Organizations change contact person(s) and officers frequently. The date at the end of each organization’s entry indicates most recent update. Organizations with an asterisk (*) meet at NVRC.

Organization	Contact
Aerial Attack Flag Football Club Aerial Attack is a flag football team sponsored by Sprint that plays in the Northern Virginia Flag Football Association League and also participates in the United States Flag Football of the Deaf National Tournament (www.usffd.org).	Contact: Nathan Montoya  nate@zonefish.com www.aerialattack.com
Association of Late-Deafened Adults – Potomac Chapter (ALDA-Potomac)* ALDA provides education, advocacy, role models and support for people who became deaf after they developed spoken language skills. Members rely primarily on visual communication such as speech reading, cued speech, sign language, or text reading. Parties and workshops, are held throughout the year. Anyone who is deafened, a family member, or supports the mission of ALDA can join.	Anne Bryant, President annetbryant@comcast.net Joan Cassidy, Treasurer 119 S. Fox Road Sterling, VA 20164 JoanCassdy@aol.com
Capital Metro Rainbow Alliance of the Deaf (CMRA) Formed in 1977, CMRA caters exclusively to the needs and interests of metropolitan D.C. area Deaf Gays and Lesbians. CMRA is mainly a social/cultural/educational organization providing fellowship and support.CMRA frequently hosts fundraisers and social outlets. For news and information, send an email to cmrazoom@aol.com or get free email information from CMRAZoom by contacting webmaster@deafcmra.org	Kent Babson, Larry Baker, Alex Richey PO Box 77122 Washington, DC 20013 www.deafcmra.org
Children of Deaf Adults (CODA) CODA promotes family awareness and individual growth in hearing children with deaf parents. National dues are $25/year for hearing adults with deaf parents. Supporting membership for $20/year. Membership includes a one-year jjsubscription to the quarterly newsletter. The DC/CODA is the oldest continuing chaper.	Tom Bull, National CODA Outreach Contact mrcodas@msn.com Nat'l Office : PO Box 30715 Santa Barbara, CA http://www.coda-international.org
District of Columbia Area Black Deaf Advocates (DCABDA) DCABDA was formed with the porpose of advocating social, health and civil rights issues for black individuals within the deaf communtiy. Everyone is welcome regardless of race, ethic affiliation, gender, or hearing status. Interpreters are provided for those who are "sign impaired" unless request is made.	Dorian Fletcher, President president@dcabda.org www.dcabda.org
Deaf Abused Women’s Network DAWN addresses domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking in the Deaf, hard of hearing and Deaf-blind community. It serves the Washington, DC metro area. Direct advocacy, 24-hour TTY hotline, referrals, professional counseling and support groups are provided. You can request tio be added to an e-distribution list for various events.	Amy Rousseau, Executive Director 1050 17th Street, NW, Suite 600 Washington, DC 20036 info15@deafdawn.org Tammy Weiner, Board Chair 1-866-290-3296 (24 hour hotline) 202-861-0258 TTY 202-466-3226 FAX  www.deafdawn.org
Deaf and Hard of Hearing in Government (DHHIG) DHHIG serves as an employee support group for Federal employees who are either deaf or hard of hearing and as a resource organization for the nationwide Federal Government. Activities include National Training Conference and seminars. Who can join: Government employees who are deaf or hard of hearing, Government employees who are oral and late-deafened, Government employees who are hearing and are associated or involve with Deaf or Hard of Hearing employees or sign language interpreters, disability program managers, administrative officers and associates of DHHIG. No dues.	PO Box 76087 Washington, DC 20013-6087 info@dhhig.org www.dhhig.org
Deaf Professional Happy Hours On the first Friday of every month, approximately 200 deaf professionals gather at pre-selected venues to network and socialize. If the first Friday of the month falls on a holiday weekend, the event then takes place on the second Friday of the month. Sponsors monthly happy hour event for Deaf professionals to join. No dues. Subscribe to the DPPH email which announces event logistics and other area promotions.	Rob Rice, Host and Coordinator host@dphh.net www.deafdc.com/dphhindex.php
Deaf-REACH Deaf-REACH was established in 1972 as the National Health Care Foundation for the Deaf. It seeks to maximize self-sufficiency of deaf adults needing specific services through referral, education, advocacy, counseling and housing.	3521 12th Street NE Washington, DC  20017 info@deaf-reach.org www.deaf-reach.org
District of Columbia Association of the Deaf (DCAD) DCAD has emailing list for special events	Jennifer Nasukiewicz, President dcad@deaddc.com www.deafdc.com/dcad
Eastern Deaf Bikers (EDB) Eastern Deaf Bikers (EDB) membership is open to all persons, regardless of hearing ability, male and female, who share a love for motorcycles. The EDB will promote an atmosphere in which all members feel comfortable, enjoy having a good time while showing a mutual respect for all fellow members.	Tim Lavelle, Contact twl50@cox.net www.easterndeafbikers.org
Greater Washington Asian Deaf Association* GWADA advocates the interest of Asian Deaf and Hard of Hearing communtiy of Washington DC, Maryland and Virgina. It supports and enhances the social, charitable, educational and cultural needs of its membership.	Anni Tao, President president@gwada-dc.org www.gwada-dc.org
Happy Hands* Happy Hands began as a group of deaf senior citizens which met for several decades in Arlington. Has potlucks and a social on the first Wednesday of each month, as well as special tours, activities and events during the year. Dues are $5 per year. A monthly newsletter is mailed out with updated information. All senior citizens over the age of 55 are welcome to join.	Eve Christian, President efcgram@juno.com  703-893-5898
Hearing Loss Association of America - Nova One Chapter * HLAA Northern Viginia chaper brings together hard of hearing persons for education and suppor six times a year. Among the chapter activities are workshops and speakers at meetings, as well as social and recreational get-togethers. HLAA is a national, educational organization whose mission is to open the world of communication to people with hearing loss. Vist www.hearingloss.org for more information.The Nova One Chapter was founded in 1987.	Mardie Younglof myounglof@gmail.com 703-794-9478
Kids of Deaf Adults - Maryland KODA provides a variety of workshops for deaf parents who have concerns about raising their children who are hearing. Family events are held four times a year; everyone is encouraged to attend the group for its events. 8/2006	Michele Dunefsky MommyofKODA@aol.com www.mmkoda.org
Kids of Deaf Adults - Metro Maryland* KODA provides a variety of workshoips for deaf parents who have concerns about raising their children who are hearing. Family events are held four times a year; everyone is encouraged to attend the group for its events.	Erin Cohen, Contact Person erincooper@aol.com www.mmkoda.org
Loudoun Area Support Group for Deaf and Hard of Hearing People The group meets at Loudoun County Senior Center in Cascades, Sterling, next to Eastern Loudoun Regional Library on first Friday of each month at 2pm. Email reminders can be sent. This group is for people of all ages including parents of children with hearing loss.	Neil Cassidy 703-444-0101 V Joan Cassidy 703-430-2906 TTY JoanCassdy@aol.com
Loudoun Cascades Deaf Seniors This group specifically for signing deaf seniors and friends meets second Wednesday of the month, 11am - 4pm and plans lunches and activities. Dues are $10 for Loudoun residents and $15 for non residents. Day visitors pay $1. Senior Center members may  participate in Senior Center activities such as aerobics, craft and computer classes and bus trips. Interpreters are provided upon request for Center-sponsored talks.	Linda Whitworth - Contact 4 Greencastle Rd. Sterling, VA 22064 703-560-5847 whitworth@aol.com Elaine Shaffer - Volunteer Coordinator 703-430-6077 TTY (home after 6pm) eolshaffer@aol.com
Maryland Association Of the Deaf MDAD mission is to safeguard, maintain, and advance the civic, educational, and social welfare of people who are deaf and hard of hearing in the state of Maryland. The MDAD membership includes deaf and hard of hearing people; hearing parents and guardians of deaf children; hearing children of deaf adults; and professionals who work with deaf people, all working together to support and learn from one another.	PO Box 527 Burtonsville, MD 20866-0527 www.mdad.tv
Metro South Asian Deaf Association* MSADA mission is to motivate each other to learn the diversity of culture and to work together in serving and encouraging others; and promoting deaf awareness, developing good fellowship and friendships among the Deaf South Asia Disapora.	Zeke Sabestian ad@nvcd.org www.msada-dc.org
Metropolitan Washington Association of Deaf-Blind (MWADB) MWADB encourages, recognizes and promotes the needs of Deaf-Blind people in the metropolitan Washington area in their pursuit of economic security, social equality, access to community resources, and privileges as citizens. MWADB is a social organization where Deaf-Blind people and their friends meet on a regular basis to share stories and enjoy activities. The Deaf-Blind members are people who have both some hearing and visual loss. Here are 1 year membership and 2 years membership. 1 year-$15-Individual, $10-Student, $10-Senior (62 and over), and $25-Couple; 2 years -$26 individual, $18 student, $18 senior, $ 46 couple.	Karen Bailey, President Karen.Bailey@gallaudet.edu http://nonprofit.deafvision.net/mwadb
Metro Washington Deaf Community Center MWDCC promotes the interests and welfare of deaf persons. It hold an annual Frederick C. Schreiber Leadership Award and Kit Schriber Keystone Award evet. Its mission is to promote programs and activities among deaf individuals, whether social, cultural, civic,educational, and/or recreational.	Florence Vold, President 814 Thayer Ave., Suit 101 Sliver Spring, MD 20910-4500 cantonandi@aol.com
MWC ADARA ADARA is a group for professionals networking for excellence in service delivery with individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing, late-deafened or deaf-blind.	Linda Lytle, Contact Person linda.lytle@gallaudet.edu
Montgomery County Association of the Deaf (MCAD)	Ken Brewer, President 554 N. Frederick Avenue #200, Gaithersburg, MD 20877 vp@mcad.org
National Capital Hearing Dog Association* This informal support group for working teams meets occasionally one-on-one or as a group to share information or provide support.	Cheryl Heppner, Contact Person cheppner@nvrc.org
National Deaf Business Institute (NDBI)  NDBI is a nonprofit organization committed to advance entrepreneurship by the deaf through education, research and outreach. Programs include an online directory for deaf-owned businesses and Business After-Hours events twice a year at Gallaudet University.	Ronald E. Sutcliffe 314 Thayer Ave, Suite 301 Silver Spring, MD 20910-4500 301-587-5996 info@ndbi.org www.ndbi.org
National Literary Society of the Deaf The group holds meetings with speakers on a variety of topics.	Ricardo Lopez, President Lois Hoover, Program Chair artisthoover@aol.com
National Technical Institute for the Deaf Alumni Chapter (NTID)* This chapter of the NTID Alumni Association brings together alumni, provides information about Rochester Institute of Technology, and sponsors several activities.	Robert Rice, Contact Person Robert.Rice@bayfirst.com
Northern Virginia Association of the Deaf (NVAD)* Founded in 1945, NVAD is the largest of five chapers affiliated with the Virginia Association of the Deaf.  It promotes public awareness, education and advocacy in the interests of the Deaf Community.  General meetings are held on the second Thursday of each month except during the summer, with special events during the year. A membership form is on the website and there is an electronic newsletter.	Jeanne Lavelle, President  jalavelle@cox.net  TTY/VP: 703-323-8085  www.vad.org/nvad.html
Northern Virginia Black Deaf Advocates (NVBDA)* The mission of NVBDA is to empower Black Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and Hearing citizens and families in the Northern Virginia area to gain access to opportunities and resources through the parallel structures of personal, professional, social, economic, and political development. NVBDA activities include but are not limited to community services, cultural and social events, Black History events workshops, and seminars.  Dues $20/year.	Gerald Miller, President gerlav69@cox.net
Northern Virginia Cued Speech Association (NVCSA) NVCSA provides advocacy, education and support for families and professionals who chose to use Cued Speech with deaf and hard of hearing children.  It provides support and encouragement to families and opportunities for social interaction. The association is open to anyone who is interested in supporting families and professionals/educators who use Cued Speech. There are semiannual dinner meetings, coffees, Cued Speech classes and practice sessions, and email notification of activities.  Cued Speech classes in Spanish are now available.	Maureen Bellamy, President PO Box 2733 Fairfax, VA  22031-2733 nvcsa@yahoo.com www.nvcsa.scid.net
Northern Virginia Resource Center for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Persons (NVRC) Established in 1987 through funding from the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, NVRC now provides services under contracts with Arlington County, Loudoun County, and the City of Alexandria as well as the Commonwealth of Virginia. Its mission is to empower individuals who are deaf and hard of hearing and their family members through education, advocacy, and community involvement. It is governed by a 15-member Board of Directors, at least 51% of whom are required to be deaf or hard of hearing consumers. NVRC provides a wide range of services including presentations, coping skills classes, technology demonstrations, exhibits, a daily e-mail news service, private consultations, and much more. Membership is $15 per year; $25 for a family.	3951 Pender Drive, Suite 130  Fairfax, VA  22030  703-352-9055 V  703-352-9056 TTY  703-352-9058 FAX  info@nvrc.org   www.nvrc.org
Northern Virginia Sign Language Club (NVSLC)* NVSLC strives to educate the Hearing community about Deaf culture, promote greater awareness about Deaf issues, and promote American Sign Language (ASL) as the language of the Deaf. Sponsor events such as: Workshops, Silent Weekends, and silent game night. Open to all people who are interested in learning ASL and improving their skills in a safe environment. Dues are $15 per year, email notification of events, discounts on workshops and silent weekends.	Beth Klein, President PO Box 7441 Woodbridge, VA  22195-7441 nvslc_events_info@yahoo.com Kristen Hart, Treasurer nvslconline@yahoo.com www.nvslc.com
Silent Events These events are a great opportunity for sign language users to meet and mingle with deaf people and others who use sign language.   ASL Dinner Club Dinners start at 6pm on Saturdays at various sites in Virginia, DC, Maryland   NOVA West Suppers start at 5pm in various Northern Virgina locations   Deaf Chat and ASL Chat Lunches, Dinners, and Coffees Deaf Chat Coffee, Dumfries, VA--Starbucks, 3rd Friday ASL Chat, Leesburg. VA-- Starbucks, Wednesday mornings (Nov. to March) ASL Chat Dinner, Leesburg, VA--Panera, 2nd Friday ASL Chat, Sterling, VA-- Starbucks, Wednesday mornings (April to June) For more information and a current list: http://www.nvrc.org/content.aspx?page=379§ion=4	ASL Dinner Club John Campbell 703-451-6018 V/TTY mjcampbell2@cox.net   Nova West David Jones davidjones@verizon.net
Veditz American Sign Language Teachers Association (VASLTA)* VASLTA was established in 1992 and recognized by the National ASLTA in 1993. The chapter hosts workshops for sign language teachers who wish to become certified and improve their skills. Membership includes a newsletter. There is also a group of sign language teachers in school systems who get together to share information at meetings.	Lenny Granda, President lgranda@loudoun.k12.va.us http://BEECHASL.ner/vaslta