About us
Welcome to ASL Bridge/DMV! This group is open to all levels of American Sign Language (ASL) – whether you're a native signer, teacher, student, or simply curious about ASL. We bring together a diverse community of individuals passionate about ASL, Deaf culture, and inclusion.
Our calendar features a variety of ASL, Deaf, and Deaf-friendly events across the DC, MD, and VA area (with friends and members also from WV, PE, and DE). Check our calendar for upcoming gatherings, and if you know of an event that isn’t posted yet, feel free to reach out to us!
We encourage everyone to explore our message board and files link for additional information on local events. Need a sign language interpreter? Contact us at interpreters@nvrc.org. Looking for a mentor? Reach out to execdirector@nvrc.org.
For information about Hearing Loss, the Deaf Community, Advocacy, or NVRC, please contact info@nvrc.org or visit www.nvrc.org.
Proudly hosted by Darren Marquardt, Executive Director of NVRC. Through NVRC, we aim to empower Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals and their families through education, advocacy, and community involvement.
Upcoming events
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virtual town hall Delegate Phil Hernandez on Open Captioning Legislation
·OnlineOnline# NVRC HOSTs Access in Action: A Town Hall on Open Captioning Legislation
All of our happenings provide an opportunity for our community to come together and share with each other resources that we've found helpful. When a community gathers, an amazing thing happens: its members build each other up and help the whole network to get stronger. Join us, be strengthened, and strengthen others!
Date: Wednesday, April 15
Time: 7:00 – 8:00 PM (Eastern Time)
Virtual – via Zoom
Registration Required: Register here.
Capacity: Limited to 90 participants
Cost: Free
ASL interpreters and CART will be provided. If you need other accommodations, please contact us at info@nvrc.org.
Join the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community for an important and timely virtual town hall focused on open captioning legislation and accessibility in Virginia. This event centers the lived experiences of Deaf, Hard of Hearing, Late-Deafened, and DeafBlind individuals and highlights why open captions are essential for full access in public spaces such as movie theaters, live performances, and community events.
We are honored to welcome Delegate Phil Hernandez (Virginia House of Delegates, District 94), a key sponsor of open captioning legislation. Delegate Hernandez has a Deaf sister, knows American Sign Language (ASL), and brings both professional leadership and personal commitment to advancing accessibility and inclusion. His lived experience informs his advocacy and passion for improving communication access through legislation.
Participants will hear directly from Delegate Hernandez, ask questions, and engage in meaningful dialogue about accessibility, equity, and policy.Zoom registration link for the Town Hall Meeting on April 15th:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/yt2ic2NvSPygmUHYxUDjWA
1 attendee
Immigration Rights & Communication Access Community Panel
NVRC Northern Virginia Resource Center for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Persons, 10467 White Granite Drive Suite 312, Oakton, VA, US# Immigration Rights & Communication Access Community Panel
All of our happenings provide an opportunity for our community to come together and share with each other resources that we've found helpful. When a community gathers, an amazing thing happens: its members build each other up and help the whole network to get stronger. Join us, be strengthened, and strengthen others!
Join NVRC for an Immigration Rights and Communication Access Community Panel. This in-person panel and community discussion will focus on immigration-related concerns within the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community, featuring legal and civil rights perspectives along with time for audience Q&A.
WHEN: Saturday, April 18
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
WHERE: NVRC
(ServiceSource Building – Community Room, 3rd Floor)
10467 White Granite Drive, Oakton, VA
Please RSVP here.
Confirmed panelists:
Michael Lukens, Executive Director, Amica Center for Immigrant Rights
Anna Bitencourt, Chief Litigation Officer, Deaf Equality2 attendees
Past events
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