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A NOTE ABOUT LANGUAGE <br />In this report, the term Deaf is used as an <br />all-inclusive term to encompass a number of <br />diverse identities including those who are <br />Deaf, deaf, DeafBlind, DeafDisabled, late - <br />deafened, and hard of hearing. We have <br />chosen to use one term, Deaf, to recognize <br />that many experiences are shared by diverse <br />individuals within the Deaf community while <br />we also acknowledge and honor the <br />diversity within the Deaf community. <br />Additionally, the term "for Deaf, by Deaf" <br />services is used throughout this report to <br />refer to victim services programs that: <br />• Are designed and run by members of the <br />Deaf community; <br />• Provide services in sign language and <br />ProTactile language; <br />• Integrate cultural values and traditions <br />into all aspects of the organizations and <br />approaches to service provision and <br />advocacy; <br />• Navigate unique considerations around <br />safety and confidentiality within a small <br />tight -knit community, the Deaf <br />community; and <br />• Leverage strengths in Deaf culture and <br />communities to support Deaf survivors. <br />03 <br />