New Zealand Sign Language (NZSL) Week returns from 4–10 May 2026, marking a significant milestone: 20 years since NZSL was recognised as an official language of Aotearoa New Zealand.

Deaf Aotearoa is struggling to keep up with the demand of people wanting to learn sign language. Today marks the beginning of a week dedicated to New Zealand's third official language. Deaf Aotearoa ...

If you’re interested in learning sign language, apps are an excellent way to start. They’re a convenient and affordable alternative to classes. Plus, you can use them anywhere at any time, whether you ...

Whether you’re looking to learn sign language for your professional work or to communicate with loved ones, or if you’re experiencing hearing loss yourself, there are many tools and methods that can ...

Post written by François Grosjean. All language scientists have a wow moment in their profession. Mine was when I was introduced to sign language and to the world of the Deaf. I was simply overwhelmed ...

So, you want to learn sign language on a budget. You could be motivated by a desire to understand deaf friends better, communicate with relatives who are hard of hearing, or express yourself after ...