NEWS & VLOGS
JULY 2024: UPDATE TO THE COMMUNITY
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Remembering Sandra Spears
It is with heavy hearts that we inform you of the passing of Sandra Spears.
Sandra spent the majority of her life working as a sign language interpreter in the Maritimes. After graduating of the first class from NSCC in 1995, she spent many years serving as a staff community interpreter with the Society of Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Nova Scotians (SDHHNS). Sandra was also a beloved interpreter for Halifax Pride, standing alongside many LGBTQ2AI+ community performers, entertainers, educators, and Drag Queens and Kings, to ensure that the Deaf community had full access to these vibrant events.
Her commitment to mentoring new interpreters and her unwavering support for the Deaf and LGBTQ2AI+ communities leave a lasting impact. Sandra’s contributions and spirit will be deeply missed by all who knew and worked alongside her.
We will miss you. Rest in peace.
2024-2026 BOARD OF DIRECTORS UPDATE
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The MAPSLI AGM successfully took place today! Thank you all.
The Re-Imagining and EDIA discussion afterwards gave the Board another critical perspective on the Vision, Mission, and Values Statements. Revisions were made during the discussion, and some are still needed. Revised documents will be available soon.
Your 2024-2026 Board of Directors are:
President: Ashley Campbell
Vice President: Natalie Turner
Secretary: Lynne Johnson
Treasurer: Cornella Steele (once upgraded to Active member)
Director 1: Pamela Burchell
Director 2: Betty MacDonald
Director 3: Starla Predham
MAPSLI REIMAGINING UPDATE
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Stay after the May 11 AGM for a discussion session (Zoom & in person). We will discuss the 4 drafts and the EDIA statement.
Your input is valued - we hope you can make it! All are welcome.