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It started as a novelty. A robot hand signing the alphabet. An avatar slowly producing finger-spelling on a screen. Early versions of AI-powered ASL tools were more curiosity than communication. But fast forward to 2025, and the field looks very different. Now we’re seeing tools that can mimic facial expressions, modify hand-shape dynamics, and even […]

As we head into another back-to-school season, many families are focusing on routines: school supply lists, physicals, vision checks—and yes, routine hearing screenings for kids. But here’s a question we don’t ask enough: When’s the last time your team got their hearing checked? We’re conditioned to think of hearing care as something for children—or for […]

We’ve all seen the signs of “inclusion” that barely scratch the surface. A small note on an event flyer saying “ASL interpreter available upon request.” A wheelchair ramp that leads to a locked side entrance, separate from where everyone else enters. A video that boasts captions—only for viewers to discover they’re automated, riddled with errors, […]

The night of June 25th, 2025, something extraordinary happened. Our Ultimate Speakeasy wasn’t just an event—it was a culmination. A beautiful collision of business and non-profit, corporate strategy and community heart, all coming together to solve real-world problems around communication access. At Gateway, we talk a lot about connection. We talk about breaking down barriers. […]

At some point in my leadership journey, I realized the word I had been searching for all along was transformational. Not “traditional.” Not “managerial.” Transformational. It clicked because it describes not only how I lead — but what I believe in. It puts a name to the kind of leadership I’ve been cultivating at Gateway […]

Expanding Communication for Non-Verbal and Minimally Verbal Autistic Individuals For many autistic individuals, communication is not just about words—it’s about connection. Autism is a spectrum, and so is the way autistic individuals communicate. Some use spoken language fluently, while others may be non-verbal or minimally verbal. For those who experience difficulty with traditional speech, alternative […]

Change is in the air, and with a new administration comes a wave of policy shifts that have already impacted language access for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community. One of the biggest conversations happening right now is around Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). While DEI initiatives are often discussed in terms of race, […]

Leadership is not about titles. It’s about showing up, making an impact, and lifting others along with you as you climb. I’ve seen this truth play out time and time again—whether in my role as Chief Operating Officer at Gateway or as a Girl Scout troop leader, guiding young girls to find their confidence and […]

As the Director of Interpreting at Gateway, I have seen firsthand how vital effective communication is to the success of any organization. Language is the bridge that connects people, facilitates understanding, and ensures everyone can participate fully in both the workplace and society. In a diverse world, where individuals come from various linguistic backgrounds, ensuring […]