S.Y.W.T.B.A.I. CHAPTER 6 Flashcards
In 1988, a prominent Deaf University had a large-scale protest/movement to bring aboard their first Deaf President of the University.
What is the Deaf President Now (DPN) campaign at Gallaudet University?
True/False: There is still a disproportionate number of Deaf people who are unemployed or underemployed.
True
_______ is used by minority groups to deal with their day-to-day experiences of disenfranchisement. The ______ of marginalized people often incorporates images of turning the tables on the majority group, proving the intelligence, resilience, perseverance and ultimate empowerment of the minority group.
What is Humor?
Employers who ignore a Deaf employee or dismiss his or her request for minor accommodations is an example of…
Disenfranchisement/Oppression within the workplace
As a member of the majority hearing culture, it is easy to take offense at jokes aimed at the culture. Don’t! This is an example of having a sense of ____ as a tool for interpreters.
What is Humor (as a tool)?
However, the _______ of an interpreter is a myth! It is not possible for emotionally healthy individuals to work with people without experiencing empathy, as well as other feelings.
What is neutrality?
Trauma that results from observing another person’s traumatic experience.
What is Vicarious Trauma?
An ______ is one who speaks out on issues on behalf of others, often leading to hearing people thinking they are “experts”.
What is an Advocate?
True/False: The oppression experience by Deaf people has a short term effect on them, and is resolved promptly.
False: The oppression experienced by Deaf people has a life-long effect on them.
True/False: Interpreters witness disrespect and the denigration of Deaf people on a daily basis. Further, much of the bigotry is communicated to the Deaf person through the interpreter’s hands, face and gestures.
True
