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INCLUSION MUST BE INTENTIONAL: REPRESENTATION BEYOND ACCESSIBILITY

Although I didn’t have personal interpreters assigned to me throughout the CES conference, Jamie and Katie went above and beyond. They were incredible, and I genuinely appreciate their support and dedication.

That said, one important area for improvement is intentional inclusion—particularly the recruitment and hiring of Black interpreters.

As Black professionals in technology, keynote speakers, and panelists continue to make their mark in the industry, equitable access to communication and networking opportunities is essential. Representation matters not only on the stages and panels but also among the professionals providing accessibility services. As representation at the executive level continues to grow, sustained progress in C-suite inclusion is equally important.

This is precisely what we advocate for through DEAF TALENT® Media & Entertainment Consulting and our collaborators with the Black Accessibility Gamechangers (BAG) campaign.

Our mission is to advance meaningful inclusion, visibility, representation, and equitable opportunities across technology, media, and the entertainment industry.

Accessibility should never be an afterthought. Inclusion must be intentional. Representation must be visible. And opportunity must be equitable.

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