DEAF DAY AT THE ZOO 2008!

April 19, 2008
To all of you who braved the weather to come out... THANK YOU! About 270 people came to the zoo in the sun and THE RAIN in order to enjoy a fully accessible day at the Nashville Zoo. 28 volunteers donated their interpreting and Sign support skills to be sure all areas of the zoo were easy for Deaf/HH individuals to access. Photos and videos of Deaf Day will be uploaded to the web soon.

NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER!

May 1, 2008
It never ceases to be an honor to work with Operation Andrew at the National Day of Prayer celebrations in Nashville Tennessee. Gate's interpreters joined the Katinas, the Mayor, and an array of public faces to pray for our nation on May 1st at the Sommet Center.

DEAF DAY AT THE AQUARIUM!

May 3, 2008
Gate has wanted to set up a Deaf Day event in Chattanooga for some time. Finally Deaf Day at the Tennessee Aquarium came to life! Approximately 40 Deaf Community members came out to support the first Deaf Day in Chattanooga. The aquarium got on board to support the event and interpreters were stationed at exhibits, keeper talks, and key areas to provide an open door to Deaf consumers. Photos will be uploaded soon.

"JONI & FRIENDS" SUPPORTS GATE COMMUNICATIONS!

If you have not heard of the heroing story of Joni Eareckson Tada, you have missed out on an incredible life touched by disaster and turned into success! Joni's life as a quadrapalegic has allowed her to direct funds to organizations which work with the disabled. Gate has been blessed to be one of the most recent recipients of funds from Joni & Friends. Funds will go towards the development of a ministerial DVD, ministry internship, and funding of The Barnabas Project.

GATE BEGINS OUR NEW HOTEL ACCESSIBILITY PROGRAM!

Deaf Consumers! Have you ever been to a hotel and not been able to access assistive devices? Have you ever tried to call a hotel with a relay service and had the operator hang up on you? Have you ever been frustrated in dealing with hotel staff members who don't understand your needs? Well, Gate has felt the same way, and we want to make a difference. Gate has begun our Hotel Accessibility Program. Curious? You can find out more! CLICK HERE

GATE IS HEADING TO MEXICO!

Have you ever had your heart broken? It only takes about 5 minutes in the presence of the kids of Con Mis Manos. Gate is heading back to Mexico to work with these precious Deaf kids... and we are honored to be able to serve them with fun, ministry, education, supplies, and hugs. Interested in getting involved? CLICK HERE!