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IDGS
Institute of
German Sign Language and
Communication of the Deaf

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Start of lecture period on Oct. 14, 2019

15 October 2019

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We welcome alle first-year students who have taken up their studies in the degree programs Sign Languages and Sign Language Interpreting.

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17.07.2025|IDGS
Injustice against deaf people recognized by Hamburg Parliament

The Institute is delighted about the successful motion in the Parliament and the recognition of the injustice against deaf people. We congratulate Christian Ebmeyer and all those involved on this moving moment!

Translation of the DGS-video: Hello, yesterday, the Hamburg Parliament discussed a motion...

diversity Menschen / people

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24.06.2025|IDGS
UHH Diversity Days at the IDGS

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Get a taste of the study programs Sign Languages and Sign Language Interpreting 

During the taster session at IDGS, our lecturers, who are both Deaf and hearing, will give you an introduction to sign language and interpreting processes. You will learn about German Sign...