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Connections: How to create inclusive environments for people with hearing loss

A national convention on hearing loss is being held in Rochester this month, and organizers say they chose Rochester as the host site due to its reputation for creating inclusive environments for people with hearing loss at various stages.

This hour, we’re joined by representatives from the Hearing Loss Association of America to discuss advances in adaptive technology, social and cultural opportunities for people with hearing loss, and how to combat the stigma and isolation often associated with hearing loss. Our guests:

This story is reported from WXXI’s Inclusion Desk

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Evan Dawson is the host of "Connections with Evan Dawson." He joined WXXI in January 2014 after working at 13WHAM-TV, where he served as morning news anchor. He was hired as a reporter for 13WHAM-TV in 2003 before being promoted to anchor in 2007.
Megan Mack is the executive producer of "Connections with Evan Dawson" and live/televised engagement programming.
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