Accessibility Statement
Last Updated: January 17, 2026
The Hammer Deaf Expo is a program of Signature Stars Inc., a nonprofit organization.
The Hammer Deaf Expo is committed to accessibility, inclusion, and equal access for Deaf, hard-of-hearing, DeafBlind, disabled, and hearing participants, website visitors, vendors, sponsors, volunteers, and community members.
Our mission is to create accessible events, resources, and community experiences that support communication access, education, advocacy, and connection.
1. Our Commitment
The Hammer Deaf Expo strives to make our website, events, programs, and communications accessible and welcoming to all people.
We are committed to improving accessibility and making reasonable efforts to provide inclusive access whenever possible.
2. Website Accessibility
We aim to make our website accessible and easy to use for all visitors, including people who use assistive technology.
Our goal is to support accessibility features such as:
- Clear navigation
- Readable text
- Proper headings
- Alternative text for meaningful images when possible
- Keyboard-friendly navigation when possible
- Clear links and buttons
- Captions or transcripts for video content when available
- Accessible contact options
We understand that accessibility is an ongoing effort, and we will continue working to improve the website over time.
3. Event Accessibility
The Hammer Deaf Expo is designed to support Deaf and hard-of-hearing access, inclusion, and community participation.
Depending on the event, accessibility support may include:
- ASL-first communication
- Sign language access
- Visual communication support
- Captioning when available
- Accessible event information
- Accessible vendor, sponsor, and attendee communication
- Reasonable accommodation support when possible
Specific accessibility services may vary by event, location, schedule, budget, and availability of providers.
4. Accommodation Requests
If you need accessibility support, communication access, or other accommodations for an event or website use, please contact us as early as possible.
We will make reasonable efforts to respond to requests and provide support when possible.
Contact us at:
Please include:
- Your name
- The event or webpage you are asking about
- The type of access or accommodation needed
- The best way to contact you
5. Third-Party Websites and Services
Our website may link to third-party platforms such as Eventbrite, payment processors, social media websites, sponsors, vendors, partners, hotels, or community resources.
We do not control third-party websites or platforms and cannot guarantee their accessibility. However, we encourage third-party providers connected to The Hammer Deaf Expo to support accessibility and inclusion.
6. Ongoing Improvements
Accessibility is an ongoing responsibility. We may update this website, event materials, policies, and accessibility practices as our organization grows.
We welcome feedback from the community to help us improve access and inclusion.
7. Feedback
If you experience an accessibility barrier on our website or at one of our events, please contact us so we can review the issue.
Email:
When contacting us, please describe the issue and include the webpage, event, or material involved. We will make reasonable efforts to respond and address accessibility concerns.
8. Contact Us
For accessibility questions, accommodation requests, or feedback, contact:
The Hammer Deaf Expo
A program of Signature Stars Inc.
Email: info@thehammerdeafexpo.com