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Connecting the deaf and hearing world

THE Sarawak Society for the Deaf (SSD) was established in the 1980s and its membership now stands at over 300 people, comprising schoolchildren, young and working adults. They usually gather for certain occasions at the organisation’s premises at Lot 1862, Lorong Laksamana 8, off Jalan Laksamana Cheng Ho in Kuching. New Sarawak Tribune met SSD […]

Spare a thought for the deaf during pandemic

KUCHING: Growing up with deaf sisters and playing the role of unofficial sign language interpreter is something Lorraine Mitchelle Jores has been nurtured with since small. To her, learning sign language is necessary in bridging the communication gap with her twin sisters, especially in assisting them on errands such as opening up savings account or […]

Deaf farmer finds ways to overcome

Learning a new skill can get you far. Throughout his life, Lee Cho Seng acquired numerous agriculture skills and despite his disability, he worked hard and never depended on anyone. He believes that a positive attitude and the desire to learn can change one’s lifestyle. Disability is not inability Give a man a fish and […]

Living in a silent world

Optimism brings a person to better place. Despite being diagnosed as deaf since his infant days, Azizan Nor Abdul Rahman remained positive. Through his positive outlook on life, he managed to overcome barriers with much love and support from his family. Understanding the deaf culture Being deaf is not an obstacle for 38-year-old Azizan Nor […]

Art that speaks a thousand words

Communication is always an obstacle for the deaf, especially when facing the world. Nonetheless, artist Derek Siu still manages his passion for art despite being deaf since birth. While job opportunity for him is scarce, Derek still continues his hobby on a regular basis. Looking for equal opportunities Gathering inspirations from his everyday life, Derek […]