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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 step into September with sand still in our shoes and sun still in our hearts, there’s no denying the shift. The traditional ‘vacation mode’ is fading, school buses are back, and inboxes are full again. We’ve crossed the halfway mark of the year—and for many teams, that late-summer sluggishness is real. August may […]

A Practical Guide for Building Inclusive, Accessible Spaces We all say we value inclusion. But when it comes to Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals, true inclusion often stops at the bare minimum—a caption here, an interpreter “upon request,” or a vague mention of accessibility in the HR handbook. At Gateway, we believe accessibility isn’t […]

If you ask most people what makes a strong leader, you’ll hear words like “confident,” “decisive,” or “charismatic.” Rarely do you hear the word quiet. Even less often do you hear, listener. Yet, in my journey as a leader and as the Chief Operating Officer at Gateway, I’ve come to realize that one of the […]

Hearing is one of the most powerful ways we connect to the world. It allows us to enjoy music, share laughter with friends, and hear a child’s first words. But for millions of people, hearing is not something to be taken for granted. According to the World Health Organization, over 1.5 billion people worldwide live […]

In a world buzzing with digital interactions, the human impulse to connect still runs deep. Real connection is rooted in shared language, mutual respect, and belonging—is among the most powerful tools for growth, well-being, and resilience. As we enter a season often framed around gratitude, it’s a great moment to reflect on why saying “thank […]

When every second counts, communication shouldn’t be an afterthought. Every day, our American Sign Language (ASL) interpreters step into urgent, high-stakes situations where communication is not just important—it’s life-saving. We’re not talking about scheduled appointments or predictable settings. We’re talking about the chaos of ERs, the confusion of courtroom emergencies, and the intensity of mental […]