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Applications for the Luís Clara Prize

06/11/2025

A Association of Families and Friends of the Deaf (AFAS) is honored to announce the creation of a very special and unprecedented prize in our history: o Luís Clara Prize.

This award honors Luís Carlos Pinto Clara, founding associate No. 1 of AFAS, who played a key role in defending the Portuguese Sign Language (LGP) and bilingual education for deaf people. Luís Clara, grandfather of a young deaf man, was president of the board of AFAS from its foundation, on July 22, 1997, until March 19, 2011, and became Honorary Associate on November 5, 2011. He was born on June 1, 1934 and died on October 29, 2015.

This award aims to recognize and value significant contributions to the promotion of PML, inclusion and the rights of deaf people in Portugal. The ceremony of delivery of the Luís Clara Prize It is planned for the 17 October 2025, a symbolic moment of celebration of our community.

Information on the Luís Clara Prize is already available at Portuguese Sign Language (LGP), on the official page of the prize on the website the AFAS, as well as in netssocial the Association and in our official blog. We have already provided some content with voice-off e Portuguese translation.

We invite all institutions, media and public entities to share and disseminate this initiative, contributing to greater recognition and appreciation of the PML, officially recognised in the Constitution of the Portuguese Republic.

You can access the content available in Portuguese through the following links:

• AFAS blog: [ https://afasurdos.weebly.com/preacutemio-luiacutes-clara.html ]
• AFAS social networks:
  • Facebook: [ https://www.instagram.com/afasurdos/ ]
  • Instagram: [ https://www.instagram.com/afasurdos/ ]
• Linktree AFAS: [https://https://linktr.ee/afasurdos ]

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12.º Campeonato Nacional de Futsal para Surdos

05/16/2025

The 12th National Futsal Championship is coming – one of the most anticipated events in the Deaf Community sports calendar!

Attention, the race takes place at the São Julião da Barra Sports Pavilion, in Oeiras. Get ready for two days of excitement, team spirit and sportsmanship at the highest level! Organisation: APS and LPDS Support: FPPD, IPDJ, Lisbon City Council Come support your team and vibrate with us in this great futsal party!

More information Here.

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AccessibleEU Portugal: European Accessibility Act - from theory to practice

07/01/2025

– Get to know the vision and actions of one of the key entities in administrative modernisation and accessibility.

11.15 a.m.:Best Practices in Accessibility: Success stories – Learn from the experience of leaders such as Jerónimo Martins, CP and others, and find out how they are implementing accessibility in their operations.

12.15 p.m.:Workshop on the Implementation of the Directive – Put your hands in the dough! A hands-on session to explore challenges and solutions in the implementation of the Directive.

1 p.m.: Final Closing Notes.

This is the ideal time to share experiences, clarify questions and acquire essential tools to make your organization or project truly inclusive.

Vacancies are limited, so don't waste time!

⁇ Sign up now (HEREBe part of the change!

An AccessibleEU event, Morais Leitão, Portuguese Association of the Disabled, Salvador Association

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The next event of the AccessibleEU in Portugal will be a must-see meeting for all those who want to deepen their knowledge and impact in the area of accessibility and inclusion!

⁇ Event: AccessibleEU Portugal: European Accessibility Act – From theory to practice ⁇ Date: 8 July 2025 ⁇ Place: Hibrido | Morais Leitão - R. Castilho 165, 1070-050 Lisbon, Portugal ⁇ Timetable: From 9 a.m. to 1.15 p.m.

In an ever-evolving world, ensuring that our products and services are accessible to all is not just a legal obligation, but an ethical imperative and a competitive differential. The European Accessibility Directive (Decree-Law 82/2022) is shaping the future of inclusion, and this event is your opportunity to be at the forefront of this transformation.

What can you expect from this event?

A rich and dynamic agenda designed to bring you practical value and inspirational insights:

• 9 a.m.: Reception and Networking – Connect with other professionals and accessibility enthusiasts.
• 9.30 a.m.: Opening Session – We welcome a day of learning.
• 9:40 a.m.:Accessibility of Services and Products: From the European Directive to National Legislation – Understand the legal framework and its practical implications.
• 10:50 a.m.:Portugal + Accessible: WADA's Commitment to Inclusion – Get to know the vision and actions of one of the key entities in administrative modernisation and accessibility.
• 11.15 a.m.:Best Practices in Accessibility: Success stories – Learn from the experience of leaders such as Jerónimo Martins, CP and others, and find out how they are implementing accessibility in their operations.
• 12.15 p.m.:Workshop on the Implementation of the Directive – Put your hands in the dough! A hands-on session to explore challenges and solutions in the implementation of the Directive.
• 1 p.m.: Final Closing Notes.

This is the ideal time to share experiences, clarify questions and acquire essential tools to make your organization or project truly inclusive.

Vacancies are limited, so don't waste time!

⁇ Sign up now (HEREBe part of the change!

An AccessibleEU event, Morais Leitão, Portuguese Association of the Disabled, Salvador Association

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