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Core values

- The Gallaudet Promise focuses on transforming the lives of deaf, hard of hearing, deaf-disabled, and deafblind people across the spectrum of identities, addressing systemic barriers to equity and belonging[1][4].
- It includes grand challenges such as demonstrating the benefits of ASL/English education, expanding the impact of Gallaudet’s creative edge, and creating pathways to success for students and graduates, which are crucial for the inclusion and empowerment of deaf individuals[1][4].
- The initiative aims to create a more sustainable and vibrant life experience for its students and the broader deaf community, enhancing their educational, social, and economic opportunities[1][4].
- The Gallaudet Promise incorporates imperatives such as antiracism, academic reimagining, and creativity, which are designed to drive positive change and foster a more inclusive and innovative environment[1][4].
- The project emphasizes community building, innovative research, and the advancement of Deaf stories, all of which contribute to the well-being and recognition of the Deaf community within the broader society[1][4].