September 23, 2025
State to hold town halls meetings to discuss equity gaps and plan for action.
Carson City, NV — The Nevada Commission for Persons who are Deaf
and Hard of Hearing (D/HH) is launching a statewide inclusion tour this
October, inviting community members to participate in a series of in-person town
hall meetings focused on accessibility, equity, and legislative advocacy.
The tour, titled “Can You Hear Us Now?”, aims to amplify the voices of
Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and Speech-Impaired Nevadans while engaging allies,
service providers, and policymakers in meaningful dialogue. These town halls
are an important opportunity to reflect on recent legislative outcomes,
identify ongoing service gaps, and shape the future of inclusive policy in
Nevada.
“We need allies,” said Obioma Officer, Executive Director of The Nevada
Commission for Persons who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing. “Everyone will
encounter someone with a disability at some point. These town halls are a
chance to listen, learn, and lead with respect and inclusion.”
With 1 in 4 adults in Nevada living with a disability, accessibility
remains a pressing issue. Laws
passed in 2025, like those that require interpreters in hospitals and at
certain polling places, are a step forward. But more work is still needed to
make sure everyone can live with independence, respect, and full participation
in their communities.
Participants will have the opportunity to:
- Discuss
lessons learned and how to prepare for the Legislative session in 2027.
- Explore
how recent laws impact daily life.
- Provide
feedback on D/HH service provisions.
- Contribute
to the Commission’s annual report and December 2025 Engagement Conference.
- Help shape future initiatives that
promote autonomy, equity, and access.
Town Hall Schedule and Locations:
- Reno
Friday,
Oct.10, 2025 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
University
of Nevada, Reno
Davidson Math and
Science Center – Room 105
1664
N Virginia St., Reno, NV 89557
- Laughlin
Monday,
Oct. 20, 2025 | 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Laughlin
Library
2840
South Needles Hwy., Laughlin, NV 89029
- Las Vegas
Wednesday,
Oct. 22, 2025 | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
East
Las Vegas Library
2851
East Bonanza Road, Las Vegas, NV 89101
Anyone who is unable to attend the in-person town halls is encouraged to
submit input by:
The Commission’s mission is to ensure that all Nevadans have equal and
full access to resources, services, and opportunities. These town halls are a
vital step in advancing that mission through community engagement, legislative
advocacy, and inclusive policy development.
For more information, visit the Nevada
Commission for Persons Who Are Deaf and Hard of Hearing web page or contact the
Commission by email at NVDeafCommission@adsd.nv.gov.