What to Do So You Can Be a Supportive Ally:

1. Pronounce your words.

2. Simply repeat what you said in a different way.

3. Don't cover your lips.

4. Try learning basic ASL.

5. Try not to yell from another room.

6. Get their attention first then speak.

7. Do not whisper if you can.

8. Remember that you have the hearing privilege.

9. Learn Deaf history and culture.

10. Be patient.

11. Treat them like a human being!