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Manitoba Funds ASL Education for Indigenous Women
23 Sep
Summary
- Manitoba invests $146,000 in ASL education at Red River College.
- Funding supports Indigenous women in ASL Interpretation program.
- Micro-credential courses will introduce ASL on reserve communities.
The Manitoba government has allocated $146,000 to bolster American Sign Language (ASL) education through Red River College Polytech. This investment is part of the province's 'All Women Doing Well' strategy, focusing on empowerment and accessibility.
The funding will primarily support four Indigenous women enrolled in the college's ASL-English Interpretation program. This initiative aims to equip them with the skills to serve their communities as interpreters.
Additionally, $18,000 will be dedicated to creating and delivering three ASL micro-credential programs. These courses are designed to introduce sign language and deaf culture directly within reserve communities, reducing barriers to access for learners.
The micro-credential curriculum will integrate Indigenous perspectives and be developed in collaboration with Indigenous communities. This approach ensures cultural relevance and accessibility for participants, with each cohort accommodating up to 15 learners.
