- Developing of a authentic inclusive society in relation to the representatives of the Deaf Community by improving communication between deaf and hearing people through appropriate mediation with the help of competent mediators that ensure the interpretation into sign language and the translation of messages communicated in sign language into spoken language. -Increasing the quality of sign language interpretation services, especially in terms of professional ethics, knowledge and respect for the Deaf Culture, at the level of partner organizations, of the countries involved in the partnership and at European level by organizing transnational learning activities and elaborating a guide of good practices. So, our project aimed: 1. Improved communication: by training competent sign language communication facilitators. 2. Enhanced quality of interpretation services: particularly in terms of professional ethics and respect for Deaf Culture. 3. Development of a best practice guide: for communication facilitators, providing them with ethical directions, and strategies to navigate the complexities of their role. 4. Promotion of inclusion: to foster a more inclusive society that values diversity.
We identified the pressing need within the Deaf Community for improved communication with large society : Deaf individuals primarily use sign language, which is understood by very few hearing people. This creates a significant communication gap with the hearing world. There is a shortage of authorized sign language interpreters compared to the actual needs of the Deaf Community. So, the need for unauthorized interpreters to help arises, as they often act as a bridge for communication in informal settings, due to the limited availability and high costs associated with authorized interpreters. Many interpreters/mediators/facilitators, have limited knowledge/understanding about the ethical and honor topics in the activity of interpreting in sign language (SL). In several European countries, including Romania, the training of SL interpreters is often short-lived and lacks comprehensive coverage of important aspects such as ethics, barriers, and cultural considerations. By addressing these needs, our project aimed to improve the overall quality of sign language interpretation services, enhance communication between deaf and hearing individuals, and promote a more inclusive society.