IAD Bylaws Amendment Proposal Form

During the 2023 IAD Conference, there will be an opportunity to discuss current Bylaws if any members feel anything needs to be revised or updated to support our organizations efforts and the community.  Please take a few moments to review the current Bylaws on our website and submit any Amendment Proposals. Submissions and questions about […]

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Newly Appointed Board Members

Text of flyer: IAD announces that Jean Modry and Sam Russotto were selected to fill two Board appointed positions. They were appointed because their skills and experience will provide support and advice to IAD’s mission and operations. Please join us in welcoming them to the Board.Feel free to reach out to them for any questions […]

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IAD Will be at Chicago Deafopia March 30, 2024

Text of flyer:IAD Will be at Chicago DeafopiaSaturday, March 30, 2024 Stop by to ask questions, learn more about us, or renew your membership There will be items for sale at our table to support our mission, which includes our beautiful blue stainless steel mugs! We look forward to meeting, listening to your concerns and serving […]

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IAD Announcement Change in IAD Executive Board Assignments

Watch the short video from VP Marietta Coufal.  Transcript: Hello, my name is Marietta Coufal, Vice President of Illinois Association of the Deaf (IAD). President Raymond Francini has submitted his letter of Resignation as President. The Executive Board met tonight and accepted his letter. We would like to thank him for his commitment to IAD these last […]

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IAD Zoom Meeting: Sunday, February 25, 2024

Update! IAD Board Meeting via ZoomSunday, February 25, 2024 11:00 AM- 3PM (CT)Meeting is open to the public and will be held via Zoom Zoom: www.zoom.comMeeting LinkMeeting ID: 811 2642 3700Passcode: 727 316 Chat will be monitored for questions and comments We look forward to seeing everyone! For best Zoom experience: ensure you have the […]

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Chicagoland Deaf/ASL Starbucks Coffee Socials

Socialize with other deaf/hoh, new signers, ASL students and interpreters at a local Starbucks near you. These events are a great way to meet others, learn, practice ASL and deaf culture. All events are free – we encourage purchasing food/drinks from the establishments to support local businesses for use of their locations. These events are NOT […]

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