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Deaf and hard of hearing

IDHN is a growing community of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Muslims in Toronto and the GTA, featuring a variety of events, classes, and programs that integrates them into the broader Muslim community.

Your Community. Your Language.

Giving a Voice and a Platform to Deaf and Hard of Hearing Muslims

Muslims with disabilities were part of the Prophet’s (peace be upon him) community from the start. Some were leaders and decision makers. IDHN follows that example.

  • Online classes twice a month

    Meet on Zoom to learn about the Qur’an, hadeeth, and world events. Each session has time for questions and open discussion, and topics come from the Islamic calendar, current events, and your requests.

    IIT Gymnasium

  • Life Skills From Experts

    Hear from professionals on fitness, cooking, emergency response, and more. Topics change with each program and grant.

    IIT Gymnasium

  • ASL and Captions at IIT

    Jumuah and other regular IIT programs include ASL and captions. Throughout the calendar year the Deaf community also gathers at the IIT for programs and events but also to build community.

    IIT Gymnasium

  • ASL 101 in Three Levels

    Learn American Sign Language in Part 1, Part 2, and Part 3, taught by Sr. Javeria, a member of the Deaf community. You also learn about Deaf culture. Family, friends, and service providers are welcome. This course is also beneficial for anyone who wishes to learn to communicate with the Deaf community.

    IIT Gymnasium

Learn ASL. Build bridges

American Sign Language (ASL) is a complete language with its own grammar. It is not English on the hands. Every country has its own sign languages, and ASL is the one most widely used by Deaf people in Toronto and English-speaking Canada. That is why we teach it. It lets you communicate with the people you will meet in our community and beyond.

Take our ASL course with Sr. Javeria, a member of the Deaf community. Learn to sign, understand Deaf culture, and see the challenges Deaf people face every day. Choose from three levels.

Take ASL 101

The IIT is here to support the community

FAQs

Can’t find an answer to your question below?
Send us your inquiry to: iit [at] islam [dot] ca

  • What accessibility services are offered at the IIT?

    Many of our programs and events include accessibility services such as ASL interpreters such as Jumuah, Ramadan events, and Islamic History Month events. Some of our programs and events may also include live captioning.

  • What is IDHN?

    The IIT Deaf and Hard of Hearing Network (IDHN) is a group of community members who are deaf or are hard of hearing who gather to support one another learn Islam, build skills, and develop as Canadian Muslims.

  • Who can join the IDHN group?

    Anyone who is Deaf or hard of hearing. Family members, friends, and service providers are welcome too. Hearing people can join the ASL course to learn how to communicate and understand Deaf culture.

  • Are the monthly classes recorded if I miss it?

    Our Saturday Zoom classes are not recorded unfortunately, so make sure you join it live to catch everything!

Not convinced? Hear from past participants

Testimonials

IDHN is built with its community. Here is what participants and presenters say about learning and connecting together.