HOW TO DESIGN FOR (AND WITH) DEAF PEOPLE

Summary from the TLDR Design newsletter

Deafness is a broad spectrum rather than a single condition. Common assumptions about deaf people, sign language, and communication often lead to exclusionary design decisions. Better UX comes from respectful language, multiple communication modes (text, captions, haptics, and visuals), and designing with deaf and hard-of-hearing people. Accessibility is a deliberate, values-driven choice that benefits everyone.