Ukrainian Society of the Deaf

Ukrainian Society of the Deaf (USD) is a non-profit organization based in Ukraine that advocates for the rights and interests of deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals. The organization was established in 1933 and is a member of the World Federation of the Deaf.

History

The Ukrainian Society of the Deaf was founded in 1933. It has since grown to become one of the largest organizations advocating for the rights of deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals in Ukraine. The organization is a member of the World Federation of the Deaf, an international non-governmental organization that represents approximately 70 million deaf people worldwide.

Activities

The Ukrainian Society of the Deaf provides a variety of services to its members, including legal assistance, social services, and educational programs. The organization also advocates for the rights of deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals at the national and international levels.

Structure

The Ukrainian Society of the Deaf is governed by a board of directors, which is elected by the organization's members. The board is responsible for setting the organization's strategic direction and overseeing its activities.

See also

• Deaf culture
• Deaf rights movement
• World Federation of the Deaf

References

Ukrainian Society of the Deaf Resources
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