I grew up with deaf teachers, and I thought all deaf children should have exposure to deaf educators. Nyle DiMarco childdeafeducator Change image and share on social
Often in the past, when we have had a deaf person in the spotlight, we have been portrayed badly. It was up to me to change that. Nyle DiMarco badlychangedeaf Change image and share on social
Since I knew my deaf identity since birth, it wasn't hard for me to be comfortable, confident, and independent in a hearing world. Nyle DiMarco birthcomfortableconfident Change image and share on social
As a sexually fluid deaf man, I know that embracing all our identities is the way to thrive and to overcome the limitations and prejudices that surround us. Nyle DiMarco deafembracefluid Change image and share on social
I think the biggest misconception is that people think deaf people are not able to do things. Nyle DiMarco bigdeafmisconception Change image and share on social
Own your identity. Love who you are in the world. Love your deafness. Nyle DiMarco deafnessidentitylove Change image and share on social
We have our own culture, our own community. A lot of people don't realize that. They just assume that deaf people are very unfortunate, very disabled, but no. Nyle DiMarco assumecommunityculture Change image and share on social