Protactile: A Language of Touch [Extended Audio Description]
About the Episode
Join author and disability rights advocate Rebecca Alexander as she meets the founders and educators of Protactile, a language based solely on touch. Historically, DeafBlind people have been limited to using interpreters to communicate. With Protactile, one-on-one and group conversations are not only possible, but they also allow for deeper and more meaningful connection.
Aired:
07/24/23
| Expires: | Runtime: 21m 23s
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