Sign language protects ‘linguistic identity and cultural diversity’ of all users, says UN chief

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Sign languages are crucial to “express oneself, connect with others and participate in all aspects of economic, social, cultural and political spheres”, United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres said in his message for International Day of Sign Languages, on Monday.

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September 23, 2019 at 07:36AM
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