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Howard on a virtual call with his team
In 2004 , the NAD invited Rosenblum to serve on a committee to propose changes to its operations and structure . Following that twoyear endeavor , he served as chair of the Policy Committee from 2006 to 2011 . In 2011 , the NAD welcomed Howard Rosenblum as Chief Executive Officer , tasked with leading the agency ’ s long-standing mission to preserve , protect , and promote the civil , human , and linguistic rights of all deaf and hard of hearing people in the country .
Today , Rosenblum and his team at NAD work tirelessly in their advocacy work to impact national and worldwide policy makers in an effort to support the human rights of persons who are deaf or hard of hearing through initiatives including early intervention , education , employment , health care , technology , telecommunications , and youth leadership opportunities such as National Deaf Youth Day , Youth Leadership Camp , College Bowl , Jr ., and the annual Pitch Competition for young adults .
WORDS OF WISDOM When asked for parting words of wisdom regarding his advocacy work and that of the NAD , Rosenblum shared ,
“ Deaf people and disabled people do not want pity . We want education , employment , equality , and enjoyment of life . Include us in everyday life and respect us , that ’ s all we ask . The National Association of the Deaf is here to work with anyone who wants to make their programs and services accessible to 48 million deaf and hard of hearing people . Failing that , we ’ ll see you in court , smile !”
For more information on NAD ’ s programs and services , or to make a donation , please visit
www . nad . org .