JULY 22–25, 2026  |  GALLAUDET UNIVERSITY

NATIONAL DEAF PEOPLE of COLOR CONFERENCE

THEME:          Roots to Rise

July 22–25: Opening & closing ceremonies, All-day workshops, and Gala

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NATIONAL DEAF PEOPLE OF COLOR
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The 2026 National Deaf People of Color Conference aims to create a safe space for BIPOC Deaf, DeafBlind, and Hard of Hearing individuals and allies to participate in leadership, professional development, networking, and fellowship opportunities.


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What is NDPC Conference?

NDPC Conference 2026

We will provide amazing workshops presented by fantastic BIPOC Deaf all week, and divide the BIPOC sections into specific multicultural communities: Black, Hispanic/Latinx/o/a/e, Indigenous, Asian, and Mixed Races!

BIPOC Ecosystem and Entrepreneurship

Well-being (health, mental)

Financial Literacy (investment, financial management, etc.)

Performance Arts (theatre, drawing, storytelling, dance, film, etc.)

Technology and Accessibility for BIPOC/disabled/DeafBlind

Education (teaching, curriculum, assessment)

Linguistics (languages, cultural diversity, communication)

Community Advocacy and Allyship

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Video Transcript

The video used in this presentation was recorded in 2007 and provides information about the National Deaf People of Color Conference.

Determine

Determine the underlying problems in the BIPOC Deaf community that need to unpack.

Discuss

Discuss strategies for strengthening the support system for BIPOC multicultural communities.

Develop

How you transform your business as technology, consumer, habits industry dynamic

Preserve

Preserve history, culture, and heritage language through a multicultural lens.

Collaborate

Collaborate with BIPOC organizations, schools, and multicultural communities.

Thrive

Thrive in leadership opportunities and challenges for BIPOC Deaf individuals.

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Candace Jones

Executive Committee




Candace Jones

Executive Committee

She has over 15 years of experience working in the Deaf, BIPOC Deaf, and Deaf with Disabilities educational communities. She has worked as an educator, motivational speaker, advocate, and change agent. Candace is in charge of the Heritage Sign Languages Center (HSLC) at Gallaudet University, which launched on March 17, 2022. Candace’s main goal for the HSLC is to provide multicultural education and to assist others in learning about different cultures in varied environments. Environments such as schools, training sessions, conferences, workshops, family services, and community events. Her belief is that all human beings from all walks of life have an equal right to thrive as an individual.






Dr. Laurene Simms

Executive Committee & Presenter




Dr. Laurene Simms

Executive Committee & Presenter

Laurene E. Simms is Chief Bilingual Officer at Gallaudet University, Washington, D.C. After graduating from the Indiana School for the Deaf, Indianapolis, Indiana, she received a B.S. Degree in Elementary Education from the University of Nebraska, Lincoln, and an M.Ed. in Deaf Education from Western Maryland College, Westminster, Maryland. She received a Ph.D. Degree in Language, Reading, and Culture from the University of Arizona, Tucson, Arizona. She has been a Professor in the Department of Education at Gallaudet University for twenty years.






Andy Tao

Social Media & Public Relation




Andy Tao

Social Media & Public Relation

A passion for organized, creative projects led Andy to his Ph.D. studies which then inspired his entrepreneurial Blue20 journey. His thesis focused on health disparities among the deaf and hard of hearing populations. Blue20 was created with the vision to not only make digital media more accessible and inclusive to the deaf community, but to everyone.






Claudia Giordano

Executive Committee & Presenter




Claudia Giordano

Executive Committee & Presenter

A Biracial Deaf Woman with five years of experience as a National Deaf Education Conference coordinator and deaf educator. She is currently employed as an Associate Family Resources Coordinator for the Family Resources program at HSLC, which is part of Gallaudet University. She has a Master’s degree in Early Language Advocacy. Claudia grew up in a hearing family and had the privilege of communication access at home. She wants to ensure that all deaf children either from Deaf or Hearing families have the same privilege.






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2:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Registration

Field House




2:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Registration

Field House



5:45 PM

Opening Ceremony: Reception

SAC Building & ELY Patio

Note: A meal voucher is required to receive a free dinner during the conference.



7:15 PM – 9:15 PM

Opening Ceremony: Program & Entertainment

Elstad Auditorium




6:00 AM – 8:00 AM

Breakfast

Gallaudet Marketplace (JSAC) and Bistro (Kellogg Conference Hotel)

Breakfast on your own; Bring money



8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Registration

Field House



8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Exhibition

JSAC Hallway






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Don’t miss out on the early bird pricing for the conference ($75) and gala ($25)! After April 4th, the prices will double to $150 and $50, respectively. That’s right, it’s time to act fast before these amazing deals fly away! Purchase your tickets now and get ready for a week full of inspiration, learning, and celebration!

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Gala

Youth Program
Creative Arts Summer Camp



VOCA is excited to offer its 3rd annual Creative Arts Summer Camp (CASC) for BIPOC Deaf, hard of hearing, and CODA (Child of Deaf Adult) youths in July 2023. We accept student enrollment from 5th grade thru 12th grade.

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The Creative Arts Summer Camp will offer various classes, including acting, film, dance, ASL storytelling/poetry, and visual arts taught by BIPOC Deaf and hard-of-hearing artists.Call for Booths

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Gallaudet University

800 Florida Ave NE,
Washington, DC 20002

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When

July 17–22, 2023

July 17–19 – Pre-conference
July 20–22 – Opening & closing ceremonies, All-day workshops, Gala

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