MoAD is a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the on the civil rights, social, cultural, health, educational and economic well-being of the Deaf community.  We firmly believe in the fundamental human right to acquire and utilize American Sign Language. Our commitment extends to fostering an inclusive environment, devoid of audism, racism, sexism, linguicism, and any other discriminatory practices.

 

MoAD has identified the following key areas to accomplish this mission:

• Advocate for the rights of Deaf and Hard of Hearing people in Missouri

• Provide public information regarding Deaf and Hard of Hearing people

• Advocate for the quality of Deaf education in Missouri

• Scholarship for student's education

• Provide statewide and local workshops for the advancement of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing people

• Provide leadership training

• Host a biennial conference every odd numbered year

• Send Missouri Delegates to the National Association of the Deaf Conference on even numbered year

• Sponsor Miss Deaf Missouri Ambassador

• Sponsor Junior National Association of the Deaf 

• Youth Leadership Camp

 

Your donation contributes to the betterment of the Deaf society!  Donate today!  Every dollar counts!