MDCR's Division on Deaf, DeafBlind and Hard of Hearing supports effective communication for Michigan's deaf, deafblind and hard of hearing population.
Michigan Department of Civil Rights Division on Deaf, DeafBlind and Hard of Hearing (DODDBHH) focuses on supporting effective communication for Michigan's deaf and hard of hearing population. The division receives input from a 13-member citizens Advisory Council appointed by the Governor, and provides technical support, information and referral, interpreter services and accommodations.
04/23/2026
🚨Updated Zoom Information 🚨
Due to technical difficulties, the Zoom link for the Advisory Council meeting on April 24 has been updated.
You can find new link, meeting agenda, last meeting's minutes, and more at: https://www.michigan.gov/mdcr/divisions/doddbhh/advisory-council
Don't miss our next Council meeting on April 24th! Watch this short video and download the flyer at https://ow.ly/cPoU50YFKLq.
Image Description:
(Alayna)
A white deaf woman with dark hair in a bun and glasses stands in front of a plain gray‑green background. She is wearing a black cardigan over a caramel top.
(Emma)
A white deaf woman with shoulder‑length dark hair worn half‑up, half‑down stands in front of a plain gray‑green background. She is wearing a short‑sleeve tan shirt.
Transcript:
Emma: Hello! my name is Emma. [signs name]
[On-screen text: “DDBHH Liaison”]
Alayna: Hello! My name is Alayna. [signs name]
[On-screen text: “Communication Access Specialist”]
Emma: We’d like to invite you to the DODDBHH Advisory Council Meeting.
Alayna: The meeting will take place on April 24th at 1:00 PM at KVCC (Kalamazoo Valley Community College).
Emma: You have two options: attend in person or join online through Zoom—whichever works best for you.
Alayna: This meeting is an opportunity for you to bring forward community concerns and issues, as well as share ideas to help improve our services.
Alayna: ASL interpreter and CART services will be provided.
Emma: You can find more details in the flyer, including the Zoom link.
Alayna: We hope to see you there!
Emma: Thank you!
04/13/2026
Join one of our partners, Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services, during DeafBlind Awareness month for a thoughtful workshop with DeafBlind professional Jill Gaus. A practical workshop designed to equip healthcare providers, support staff, and service professionals with the knowledge and tools to effectively serve patients who are DeafBlind, this interactive session will challenge participants to reconsider their approach when serving DeafBlind patients.
Whether you’re new to working with DeafBlind individuals or looking to deepen your competency, this workshop offers valuable insights to promote accessibility, respect, and effective care.
Learn more at: https://ow.ly/I9f150YIknC
04/08/2026
Want to keep up with the DODDBHH Advisory Council but can't make it to the April 24th meeting? Join us on Zoom at https://ow.ly/h0Cg50YFKLr
Want to spread the word? Download the flyer at https://ow.ly/cPoU50YFKLq
03/19/2026
Don't miss our next Council meeting on April 24th! ASL Interpreters and CART services will be provided. If you need additional accommodations, please contact
Emma Heisey at [email protected] by April 3, 2026.
03/16/2026
SAVE THE DATE: June 17, 2026. Civil Rights Summit on AI. "Civil Rights in the Age of Algorithms."
03/10/2026
Announcing the virtual 2026 Civil Rights Summit on AI. "Civil Rights in the Age of Algorithms." JUNE 17, 2026.
03/10/2026
Welcome to DODDBHH Emma Heisey!
02/25/2026
Love event planning and fundraising? There is still time to apply for our Strategic Initiatives Support Specialist position. https://ow.ly/YPy150YiUjv
02/23/2026
REMINDER - Don't forget to register to join our virtual forum on racial discrimination! Feb 26 at 6pm https://ow.ly/h2sg50YiV3a
02/20/2026
Have a passion for fundraising, civil rights, and event planning? We are looking for you! Check out the new listing for Strategic Initiatives Support Specialist! https://ow.ly/xCX850YiSjS
02/12/2026
We are hiring!
MDCR is hiring! We have open positions for a Departmental Analyst and State Administrative Manager. * EDIT: I can assure you we are hiring, but for some reason the original link will not work from FB. Use the below shorter link and then filter by Department and click Civil Rights. https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/michigan
| Monday | 8am - 5pm |
| Tuesday | 8am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 8am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 8am - 5pm |
| Friday | 8am - 5pm |