National Association Of The Deaf

Conferences - biennial nad conferences are held in the summer/fall of even numbered years and traditionally brings together more than 2,000 deaf and hard of hearing, and deaf- blind consumers, parents, youth, professionals, educators and organizational and corporate representatives for professional developement, enrichment, training, networking, governance meetings, exhibits, receptions and related events. In odd numbered years, the nad hosts the nad leadership training conference (nltc) which draws approximately 150- 200 deaf and hard of hearing individuals for training on nonprofit organizational and board operation, legislative advocacy, and leadership skills.

Law and advocacy center- coordinated efforts focusing on accessibility and civil rights issues affecting deaf and hard of hearing people in the united states of america.

Youth leadership camp - designed annual four - week summer program to teach deaf and hard of hearing high school students to live life to the fullest. Campers are constantly inspired by their dedicated staff members, who are role models from all over the usa, and their fellow campers. The camp program fosters communication, leadership skills, and self confidence, and gives campers tools to achieve their goals.

Periodicals/ marketing- distributed information about nad advocacy activities via our website and the nad magazine which is titled nadmag and is a glossy, full color, bi-annual publication. The nadmag is a membership benefit and is also available via subscription for libraries and educational facilities.

Membership - the national association of the deaf (nad) receives dues from members who join to be part of the nation's premier civil rights organization of, by and for deaf and hard of hearing individuals in the united states of america. Individual and organizational membership makes it possible for the nad to protect the collective interests of the american deaf and hard of hearing community through advocacy efforts with our nation's policy makers and opinion leaders at the federal level, with american sign languauge as a core value. Membership also supports the nad as united states affiliate to the world federation of the deaf in the advancement of international human, civil and linguistic rights.

Junior nad is a program founded and operated by the nad to promote youth leadership by allowing deaf and hard of hearing high school students to determine their own activities and events. This program develops interest and leadership among these young deaf students in state associations, schools, and/or organizations of the deaf.