THE DEAF SENTINEL™
Watching. Building. Protecting.
Vigilo et Aedifico — I Watch and I Build
Guarding Deaf access, civil rights, and public accountability through vigilance and ethical reporting.
Who We AreThe Deaf Sentinel™ is an independent advocacy organization dedicated to protecting access, dignity, and civil rights for Deaf individuals and their families. We monitor systems, laws, and institutions to ensure Deaf people are not overlooked, silenced, or excluded.We operate as a public watchpost — observing, documenting, and reporting barriers to access so that accountability leads to real change.
Our MissionTo vigilantly protect the rights, access, dignity, and full participation of Deaf individuals and their families in education, public life, faith communities, and civic systems through advocacy, public education, accountability, and ethical reporting.
What We Watch• Deaf access in public education
• Interpreter access and communication rights
• Language deprivation
• Civil rights and disability equity
• Public policy and legislative implementation (including HB 317)
• Institutional accountability
• Family advocacy and student protections
Why We ExistAccess is not charity.
Access is a right.The Deaf Sentinel exists because systems often fail quietly — and silence is costly for Deaf people. We stand watch so that silence is never mistaken for consent.
Become a SentinelWe are building a quiet network of community observers (“Sentinels”) who document and report barriers to Deaf access ethically and lawfully.If you can observe truthfully, protect confidentiality, and serve with integrity, you can apply to become a Sentinel.📧 [email protected]
Media & PressPress inquiries, interviews, and documentation requests may be directed to:📧 [email protected]You may also request our official Press Kit.📧 [email protected]
Contact The Deaf Sentinel™📧 [email protected]📧 [email protected]📞 828-391-5255
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