Through our consultants, researchers, clinicians, interpreters, transliterators and programs, VLA aims to apply evidence-based research to advancing the right and opportunity for those who are deaf or hard-of-hearing to access, process, acquire, and use visual language.
VLA consultants recognize that the right to access and use visual language is not always a given for deaf people.
The linguistic and cultural knowledge of those who make language and access decisions that impact people who are deaf is frequently insufficient or incorrect. As a result, the opportunity for deaf people to interact, learn, contribute, achieve, and advance is often compromised.
VLA consultants are not only acutely aware of this reality, they often become credentialed experts because of it. Through VLA consulting services you can make the most of their knowledge, skills, and experience.
VLA consulting services integrate evidence and practice.
We recognize that research findings have enormous potential to improve the human condition. They can turn decision making into informed decision making, provide evidence upon which effective policy can be generated, and transform the practices of a profession into best practices. With that in mind, VLA consulting services aim to apply evidence-based research findings to advance opportunities to access, process, acquire, use, and study visual language.
View webcasts that include expertise on a wide variety of visual language topics (coming soon). Get assistance editing manuscripts, papers, and language policy documents relevant to visual language. And secure the abilities of a professional whose specific area of credentialed expertise aligns with your specific visual language related questions, challenges, and projects. Schedule a free 20 minute consultation to start discovering how VLA can can assist you with your visual language related needs.
Please complete the steps below to schedule time with one of our visual language consultants. Consulting services can vary widely with regard to the nature and scope of the work involved. Information that you provide on the appointment intake form will allow the Consultant to better understand the specific details of your request and provide a price quote accordingly. The 20 minute free initial consult will allow you a no- risk opportunity to discover how your Consultant can address your particular need. Use coupon code VLAFREE20CONSULT for your free 20 minute consult. For additional information about consulting service charges, please click here.