Language
Spanish, sign language
Typology
Initiative
Aim & target group
Communication for inclusion of people with hearing disabilities
Link
https://www.comunidad.madrid/
Short description
The Spanish Sign Language Interpreter Service (SILSE) provides support to hearing-impaired people living in the Community of Madrid who use this language and require it in the most important daily procedures.
Main guidelines & principles extrapolated
- Free and individualised support service for people with hearing disabilities so that they can resolve their issues autonomously.
- Situations such as medical consultations, job interviews, bank formalities, administrative procedures…
- Service that can also be used by associations of deaf people for the interpretation of courses or conferences of general interest.
- Initiative fostering inclusive communication through operational support.