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Nonprofit Overview
Causes: Arts & Culture, Centers to Support the Independence of Specific Populations, Civil Rights, Civil Rights, Social Action & Advocacy, Human Services
Mission: EFTC believes that the quality of life of 22 million Deaf and Hard of Hearing Americans can be significantly improved by an increased understanding between the Deaf Community and the broader general society, and by activities that empower the Deaf Community to fully participate in all aspects of American life. Since 1988, EFTC has promoted projects that increase Deaf awareness, stimulate advances within education, technology, entertainment, the arts and create a better understanding of Deaf history. EFTC has identified innovative approaches to breaking down communication barriers, advancing the social status of the Deaf Community, and paving the path to empowerment within the Deaf Community.