Changing The Narrative

Through Storytelling.

The Deaf Social

by For The Deaf Girl

Welcome to the best of both worlds—where world-class accessibility meets authentic representation for the dDeaf and Hard of Hearing Community.

We’re so glad you’re here.

Visualize a world where accessibility surpasses the baseline ADA-approved checklist. We’ve all sat through the same old outdated office sensitivity and awareness training video. (No Janet, we don’t still use or prefer the word hearing impaired). Instead, imagine expecting world-class experience everywhere you stride into—always leaving feeling seen, understood, and celebrated. Forgetting to call ahead about [fill-in-the-blank] accommodations because you know that your accessibility needs weren’t an afterthought. This is the kind of Accessible, Inclusive, and Cultural shifts we mean when we say changing the narrative.

At For The Deaf Girl and The Deaf Social, we set out to create these safe, accessible, and inclusive spaces in our community for the dDeaf, Hard of Hearing, Disabled, and Chronically Ill Communities. To us, accessibility transcends the necessities.

Okay, cool. But what do you actually do?

Great question!

  • We offer custom accessibility & cultural awareness plans, courses, and hands-on training workshops that seamlessly integrate into your unique business model, and workspace.

    Now, you may be thinking... "That sounds intimidating AND expensive." But what if we told you it doesn't have to be?

    We want to empower your team with invaluable skills, and educational resources so you can prepare your space and team from the beginning. Let inclusivity be what sets your brand apart from the rest.

    Our consultants have a background in Strategic Communications, and have a passion for customer loyalty. We want to collaborate with organizations that value accessible and inclusive world-class service.

    Coming Soon!

  • SOCIALS:

    you can follow us at @forthedeafgirl and @thedeafsocial on Instagram, Pinterest, TikTok & Facebook.

    ONLINE:

    We have several Facebook groups including For The Deaf Girl, The Deaf Social Chat, Moms of DHH Kiddos, and The Deaf Social & Friends. These spaces are designed to connect those in the dDeaf and Hard of Hearing community and their loved ones.

    IN-PERSON:

    We currently host monthly in-person dDeaf & Hard of Hearing Hangouts for women in Lynchburg, VA. We are currently working on setting up host teams in several states, so stay tuned!

  • We offer free mentoring sessions for DHH women, and families of DHH kiddos. These 1:1 sessions are available both online and in-person. If you are looking to learn more about the Deaf community, Deaf culture or are interested in exploring your deaf identity feel free to fill out our mentoring inquiry form here.

  • ACADEMIC EXTRACURRICULARS

    We plan on launch after-school club curriculum and chapter memberships to schools for the 2025-2026 school year. Each chapter receives educational materials and lesson plans designed to teach the next generation about disability awareness and how to make more accessible spaces for the dDeaf and disabled communities.

    FREE PAPER RESOURCES

    We are looking to partner with schools, clinics, and community centers to provide free paper materials. Our mission is to reach and provide resources for as many dDeaf and Hard of Hearing individuals and their families as possible.

    If you are interested in partnering to get these resources into the hands of your customers and community, fill out our inquiry form here.

    SPEAKING OPPORTUNITIES

    Are you interested in booking us come and speak to your students, or at your next event? We'd love to partner with you to spread awareness and excitement around dDeaf Culture , assistive listening devices, and American Sign Language.

Coming Soon

Coming Soon

Accessibility is a mindset. Let’s work together to create safe, accessible, and more inclusive spaces for your in-person or online platform. Coming Soon!

Shop the collection.

We designed this beautiful duo with our dDeaf gal pals & allies in mind! When you shop with us, you are furthering our mission of creating safe, intentional and accessible spaces for dDeaf and Hard of Hearing women.

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Real Women, Real Stories

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For The Deaf Girl ✦ Real Women, Real Stories ✦

Meet The Women who make up this beautiful community. This is For The Deaf Girl.

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Dear Ava, An Open Letter
Dear Ava, An Open Letter

There have been many highs and lows in my lifetime but, that’s what I believe is the most beautiful aspect of this blessing called life.

Meet Shannon.
Meet Shannon.

"...my daughter was born… 2 months earlier than expected. I was launched into motherhood in the NICU with a tender little 3 pound baby."

Meet Ashley.
Meet Ashley.

"I never truly embraced being Deaf...I [felt like I] wasn’t Deaf enough to be a part of the Deaf world, and I wasn’t hearing enough to be a part of the hearing world."

Reviewing Hits Different: ‘True Self-Love Really Does Hit Different’
Reviewing Hits Different: ‘True Self-Love Really Does Hit Different’

This book resonated with me deeply, not only for its themes but also for its rare and authentic portrayal of a deaf woman navigating the complexities of love and life.

Meet Alli.
Meet Alli.

If there’s one thing that I love more than my bird and books, it’s sharing my story in the hopes that I could provide a sense of comfort and relief to someone going through hearing hardships alone. I’m Alli, 29, and profoundly deaf with a cochlear in the left side.