CymaSpace is a nonprofit technology hub based in Portland, Oregon, dedicated to making arts, media, and culture accessible and inclusive to the Deaf community. They achieve this through the use of innovative technology, education, and outreach programs. CymaSpace hires and empowers Deaf performers, technicians, volunteers, and staff, and their work is influenced by cymatics, translating sound waves into visual and tactile phenomena. They produce live performances, artistic installations, and broadcasted media using accessible technology and providers, such as Open Captioning, sound-activated light systems, American Sign Language Interpreters, and Deaf performers. CymaSpace also advocates for the Deaf community by partnering with art and cultural organizations, raising awareness, offering consultation, and providing communication access for physical and virtual venues.
CymaSpace believes in creating an environment of equity by addressing the needs of Deaf people, promoting diversity as Deafness overlaps with many other cultures and disability groups, and fostering inclusion by involving both Deaf and non-Deaf attendees and artists. They are actively involved in various events and initiatives, such as the Wilsonville Festival of Arts and the Northwest Queer Chorus Pride Concert, where they showcase their work and spread messages of empowerment, love, and self-worth. CymaSpace is constantly expanding its team and welcomes individuals who are passionate about serving the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community to join their mission. They also offer a unique space in Portland called the Sign Language Café, where communication knows no bounds, and they strive to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all.
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