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IRS Filing due May 15!

Reminder to State Organizations and Chapters! IRS Filing Date is May 15- Don’t Forget! If you have not yet filed your 990, please click here for more information. It’s very important to...Reminder to State Organizations and Chapters! IRS Filing Date is May 15- Don’t Forget! If you have not yet filed your 990, please click here for more information. It’s very important to file your 990 to keep your tax-exempt status and to avoid possible revocation from the IRS. Revocation could significantly impact the chapters’ and state organizations’ … Read More >

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State Organization and Chapter Leaders Registration Extended to May 31st!

Early-bird registration for State Organization and Chapter Leaders to attend HLAA2019 Convention in Rochester has been extended to May 31! We hope you take advantage of this great discount to...Early-bird registration for State Organization and Chapter Leaders to attend HLAA2019 Convention in Rochester has been extended to May 31! We hope you take advantage of this great discount to be at convention and to participate in our educational workshops, our exhibit hall, and special events. If you register by May 3, you can be … Read More >

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Don’t Let Science Scare You! Come to the HLAA2019 Research Symposium

Don’t Let Science Scare You! HLAA2019 Convention: Research Symposium on The Latest in Genetics and Hearing Loss  Friday, June 21, 9 a.m. – Noon World-renowned experts are tuned up to...Don’t Let Science Scare You! HLAA2019 Convention: Research Symposium on The Latest in Genetics and Hearing Loss  Friday, June 21, 9 a.m. – Noon World-renowned experts are tuned up to make their research come alive for you. There will also be break-out sessions with the scientists and follow-up workshops—one from a genetic counselor and one … Read More >

Categories: Blog, Chapter Delegate, News, Newsroom

Welcome New Staff: HLAA National Chapter and Membership Coordinator

Welcome New Staff: HLAA National Chapter and Membership Coordinator April 8, 2019, Bethesda, MD: Carla Beyer-Smolin is the new HLAA national chapter and membership coordinator. HLAA Chapters can look to...Welcome New Staff: HLAA National Chapter and Membership Coordinator April 8, 2019, Bethesda, MD: Carla Beyer-Smolin is the new HLAA national chapter and membership coordinator. HLAA Chapters can look to her for support and for guidance in starting new chapters. Executive Director Barbara Kelley says, “Carla is uniquely qualified for this position. She was part … Read More >

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The Challenge is On

Join Your Fellow HLAA Chapters to Fund Convention Scholarships The HLAA Montgomery County (MD) Chapter and the HLAA Sun Lakes (AZ) Chapter have provided scholarships to the HLAA2019 Convention this June....Join Your Fellow HLAA Chapters to Fund Convention Scholarships The HLAA Montgomery County (MD) Chapter and the HLAA Sun Lakes (AZ) Chapter have provided scholarships to the HLAA2019 Convention this June. Both chapters have used proceeds from their participation in the Walk4Hearing to fund the scholarships. The Montgomery County Chapter says, “We are providing two scholarships … Read More >

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HLAA Chapter Leaders: Meet Ann from California at HLAA2019 Convention

Meet Ann from California Leadership Workshop at HLAA2019 Convention in Rochester, New York Fundraising, Branding and other Business Tools for Nonprofits Get your ducks in a row to engage in...Meet Ann from California Leadership Workshop at HLAA2019 Convention in Rochester, New York Fundraising, Branding and other Business Tools for Nonprofits Get your ducks in a row to engage in fundraising for your HLAA Chapter or state organization. Welcome HLAA leaders or those interested in HLAA Chapters! Plan to arrive by 1 p.m. on Wednesday, … Read More >

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Leaders: Meet Bert from Denmark

Leaders: Meet Bert from Denmark Leadership Workshop at HLAA2019 Convention in Rochester, New York Plan to arrive by 1 p.m. on Wednesday, June 19, to attend a special HLAA Chapter...Leaders: Meet Bert from Denmark Leadership Workshop at HLAA2019 Convention in Rochester, New York Plan to arrive by 1 p.m. on Wednesday, June 19, to attend a special HLAA Chapter leadership session on the Ida Institute Resources for HLAA Chapter Activities.  The Ida Institute in Denmark has developed resources for HLAA Chapters to be used as … Read More >

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Did You Know Rochester, New York, is the Most Hearing-Friendly City in the Country?

Did You Know Rochester, New York, is the Most Hearing-Friendly City in the Country? The Rochester Airport is even looped! There are so many reasons to come to the HLAA2019...Did You Know Rochester, New York, is the Most Hearing-Friendly City in the Country? The Rochester Airport is even looped! There are so many reasons to come to the HLAA2019 Convention in Rochester, New York, June 20-23. At the Convention you will meet other people with hearing loss, see the latest technology for people with … Read More >

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Message to HLAA Chapters

HLAA Chapters — We Are Here for You As many of you know, Erin Mirante is no longer our national chapter coordinator. We said goodbye to her today as she...HLAA Chapters — We Are Here for You As many of you know, Erin Mirante is no longer our national chapter coordinator. We said goodbye to her today as she ventures off to build her career. You all grew to know and like her as she helped you along your chapter journeys. Not to worry, … Read More >

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Public Policy in D.C. — Today’s News

  It’s a rainy day here in Washington, D.C., but that didn’t thwart a one-on-one meeting with FCC Commissioner Jessica Rosenworcel. We enjoyed a cup of coffee together at the new...  It’s a rainy day here in Washington, D.C., but that didn’t thwart a one-on-one meeting with FCC Commissioner Jessica Rosenworcel. We enjoyed a cup of coffee together at the new Signing Starbucks. You can feel good about being part of HLAA when the FCC wants to hear directly from us about what is important to our … Read More >