Empowering Expression: Communication & Literacy Through Touch
Date: Monday, July 7 – Tuesday, July 8, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: Carolyn Pope Edwards Hall, 840 N. 14th Street, Lincoln, NE

Who should attend?
Educators, specialists, service providers, and anyone working with students who are DeafBlind or have complex access needs.

What to expect:
This two-day, hands-on training will explore effective strategies to support communication and literacy through tactile symbols. Learn from experienced professionals Sarah Mossberger and Rachel Collins as they guide participants through the practical implementation of tactile symbol systems to enhance student engagement and expression.

Whether you're new to tactile communication or looking to deepen your practice, this institute offers tools and insight to support meaningful learning experiences for students with diverse needs.

This training is free and open to the public. Click here to register.

Hosted by:
Nebraska DeafBlind Institute

For questions, contact Brad Czaplewski at bczaplewski2@unl.edu.

The Nebraska Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (NCDHH) is sharing information about this public event as a community resource. NCDHH is not affiliated with, does not formally endorse, and is not responsible for the activities, accessibility measures, or information provided by the event organizers. Attendance and participation are at the discretion of each individual.