08/25/2026
Image Description:
A vertical 4:5 graphic commemorating the National Association of the Deaf (NAD) Founding Anniversary on August 25 and celebrating Deaf-led advocacy, civil rights, and equal access.
The top of the graphic reads “August 25 — NAD FOUNDING Anniversary!” with a banner stating “DEAF-LED ADVOCACY. CIVIL RIGHTS. EQUAL ACCESS.” A gold-and-navy badge notes that NAD was established August 25, 1880, in Cincinnati, Ohio.
The center features a large historic photograph of the 1880 NAD founding convention in Cincinnati, showing the people who gathered for the historic event. An image of the original convention notice appears alongside it, identifying the National Association of Deaf-Mutes meeting in Cincinnati beginning August 25, 1880. The NAD 1880 emblem is prominently displayed over the photograph.
A quote reads: “Deaf people uniting for rights, access, and a voice that will be heard.”
The lower section highlights NAD's legacy under “THE BIRTH OF A MOVEMENT,” noting that Deaf leaders from across the United States came together to form the organization. It emphasizes: “We organized. We advocated. We changed the world.”
Additional sections recognize NAD's work in protecting American Sign Language (ASL), advocating for civil rights and equal access, fighting discrimination and injustice, and empowering Deaf communities nationwide.
The graphic concludes with “Our History. Our Rights. Our Future.” and “STRONGER TOGETHER. LOUDER TOGETHER.”, accompanied by illustrations of hands making the ILY sign and a heart.
The bottom encourages viewers to “Celebrate. Educate. Advocate.” and “Honor the Past. Build the Future.” The DAS logo appears at lower left, with a reference to NAD.org for additional information.
One gathering. One movement. More than a century of Deaf-led advocacy.