Deaf migrants – strong together

Deaf migrants in Switzerland have a particularly difficult time: the wounds of flight and leaving their homeland are deep, while language barriers make access to society difficult. Many have never learnt a sign language or spoken language in their home country and feel isolated. The association DIMA brings together deaf young people and adults with a history of migration. During workshops, people who have been personally affected support each other in coming to terms with their past, discovering their strengths and finding their feet in Switzerland. Because education creates opportunities.

Facts

Region:
Zurich

Diversity dimension:
Origin

An initiative by:
DIMA – Education, Communication and Integration