International Institute for Sign Languages and Deaf Studies (iSLanDS)

Description

The International Institute for Sign Languages and Deaf Studies (iSLanDS) is a unique hub for the study of sign languages and deaf studies. iSLanDS combines cutting-edge research with outputs and project activities that contribute to the empowerment of deaf communities. It has been part of UCLan since 2006.

iSLanDS's mission is:

• To engage in cutting-edge research and high-quality teaching in the areas of sign languages and deaf studies as an international Centre of Excellence
• To contribute to the empowerment of deaf communities around the world through a wide range of educational and research activities.

iSLanDS keeps a blog with news stories and announcements, and is on Facebook and Twitter.

Members study dozens of diverse sign languages and deaf communities, and use their research to teach ground-breaking theoretical and applied courses. Much of their work focuses on developing countries.

iSLanDS's international academic team conducts research and teaching in sign linguistics and deaf studies on a global scale. Most of its staff, students and collaborators are deaf, and come from countries such as Germany, India, Turkey, Japan and the USA.

Members have many areas of interest, including sign language typology, endangered sign languages, deaf literacy, multilingual workspaces for signers, and their international research hubs.

Offers funding

No, this infrastructure does not provide funding.

Founding year

2006

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University of Central Lancashire
Preston