EST. 1967
NEWS
Deaf History Month
(April 2026)
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An official proclamation document from the State of New Jersey declaring April 2026 as Deaf History Month.
The document includes several “Whereas” statements recognizing Deaf history, Deaf culture, and the contributions of Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and DeafBlind communities in New Jersey.
It highlights the importance of Deaf education, including the Marie Katzenbach School for the Deaf, and acknowledges advocacy and community contributions.
The proclamation states that April 2026 is officially recognized as Deaf History Month in New Jersey. At the bottom are official signatures from state leaders and a gold state seal.
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A dark green flyer with white and mustard yellow text for Deaf History Month.
The title reads “We Carry Deaf History Forward,” with “Deaf History” highlighted in yellow.Below, the text says: “Deaf history is more than the past.
It lives in our language, culture, and community—and in us."
Four boxes list weekly themes:
Week 1: Language
Week 2: Culture
Week 3: Community
Week 4: Our Story
The flyer invites viewers to “Stay connected with us” and lists NJAD’s social media and website: Instagram @deafnjad, DeafNJAD.org, YouTube channel @deafnjad, and Facebook page New Jersey Association of the Deaf – NJAD.
The NJAD logo appears on the right side.At the bottom, in yellow text, it says: “We remain committed to raising awareness about Deaf history. Proudly recognized by the State of New Jersey as Deaf History Month.”Footer text reads: “NJAD is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.”
Women's History Month
(March 2026)
Week 1: National Deaf Women Trailblazers
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Purple flyer for Women’s History Month titled “Women Wednesday” with the theme “Many Stories. One Deaf Community.” The flyer highlights four Deaf women trailblazers: Agatha Tiegel Hanson for language and education, Gertrude Galloway for advocacy, Shirley Allen for leadership, and Claudia Gordon for law and policy. The bottom includes the New Jersey Association of the Deaf (NJAD) logo.
Week 2: Honoring Andrea Panella
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Purple flyer for Women’s History Month titled “Honoring Andrea Panella – NJAD Founding Leader,” with a gold sparkle design under the title. The flyer explains that Andrea helped bring Deaf leaders together in 1967 to create a statewide Deaf organization in New Jersey. She was the youngest person at the first meeting and the only woman among the founding members. NJAD was officially established in 1968 in Asbury Park, and Andrea later documented the organization’s history. The flyer includes the NJAD logo and a black-and-white photo of Andrea Panella.
Week 3: Board Members &
Standing Committees
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Purple flyer for Women’s History Month titled “Honoring NJAD Women Leaders.” It shows photos of women on the NJAD Board and Standing Committees with their names and roles. The flyer thanks them for volunteering their time, meeting, sharing ideas, and supporting the Deaf community in New Jersey. The NJAD logo is shown on the right.
Week 4:
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Purple flyer honoring Deaf women connected to MKSD and Deaf education programs, featuring current students and alumni, and highlighting their journey from education to leadership and community impact.