Colorado Association of the Deaf

04/02/2026

CAD stands with survivors. Full stop.

We express complete disappointment in the alleged conduct described in the charges filed by the El Paso County Sheriff's Office against Jason Gunderson. Using a position of community trust to harm a minor(s) is an unforgivable betrayal of our values, our people, and everything Deaf leadership is supposed to mean.

Accountability starts with us by naming it, refusing to minimize it, and demanding better from our leaders and our organizations going forward.

Healing starts with the Colorado Association of the Deaf and DOVE: Deaf Overcoming Violence through Empowerment

If this news has brought up pain, fear, or difficult memories — please reach out!

You are not alone. CAD will not look away.

DOVE: Deaf Overcoming Violence through Empowerment: Free, confidential, 24/7 crisis support in ASL 303-831-7874 | hotline@deafdove.org deafdove.org

Deaf LEAD Deaf Crisis Line: Call or VP (321) 800-3323
988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline: Call/VP or Text 988 deaflead.org

Abused Deaf Women's Advocacy Services (ADWAS): 855-812–1001

National Domestic Violence Hotline Call: 1-800-799-7233 | TTY: 1-800-787-3224 Text: "START" to 88788 thehotline.org

01/17/2026

Hello All!

What happened to Veditz Center?

01/14/2026

Breakdown on CAD President’s Report to the Community 2025

01/14/2026

PRESIDENT'S REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY 2025
This is a complete video with a vlog on each slide. Please do make yourself comfortable and watch this presentation. We will make a series of posts for each slide so you can get the breakdown. Deaf Communities in Colorado need to be informed about CAD.

12/03/2025

Great job opportunity! This camp is one of our best memories and we hope to see more memories being made at ASPEN deaf camp!

12/03/2025

Two deaf leaders from CAD and DWC share message about importance of collaboration.

12/03/2025

Deaf Leaders,

Please don’t miss this incredible opportunity of accessible leadership development and collaboration!

Apply! Message me if you need help or questions about it this opportunity!

11/13/2025

Hello Deaf Communities in Colorado!

The High School State Finals! We have a young deaf player on the team competing for the championship in Colorado Springs on Saturday, November 15, at 6:00pm!

He and his family wanted to see the deaf community coming together to enjoy a soccer game.

“Seeing deaf people at the stands would be a great moral support for me!”

See you there! More details are on the flyer.

10/01/2025

09/29/2025

07/02/2025

Sign Language Community Interpreter Experience Survey
(For people who reside in Colorado Only)

Deaf Coloradans Study Group wants to hear from YOU! Share your experience with ASL interpreters in Colorado. Your story matters. This survey is for Deaf, DeafBlind, and hard-of-hearing ASL community members.

All information will be kept confidential and will not be shared without your permission. We are only collecting general statistics. The final question is more personal and may be requested for the possibility of sharing with outside groups, but only with your consent.
https://forms.gle/AYZJwAmHNPGEEU9y6

(This isn't related to any scientific research that required IRB.)

Transcript:
Hello to the deaf community of the State of Colorado. I need your help. My team and I are working on a project to collect your stories and experiences with accessibility and sign language interpreters.

Why? Because the system isn’t working the way it should. We know it. You’ve been there. I’ve been there. Do we want the system to stay the same, or can we make it better for Deaf Coloradans?

Don’t forget: no action means nothing will change.
We’re collecting information through a simple form with questions. This is not about blaming anyone. It’s about showing the big picture. So the state can see where and how things can improve.

Please fill it out for the sake of the Deaf community in Colorado. Share it with your fellow deaf people. This is about solidarity. When we come together, our presence is stronger.
Your information will be fully confidential. We’ll also share the findings later, once everything is collected.

Let’s be the reason the system gets better.