Alma Ferrera

Alma Ferrera is the head of the Normative Development division at the National Disability Council (Conadis) in the Dominican Republic. She plays a crucial role in shaping policies and regulations affecting individuals with disabilities. Recently, Ferrera has been involved in discussions regarding the implementation of Law No. 43-23, which recognizes sign language as an official language. Her insights highlight the ongoing challenges in ensuring adequate interpretation services within public institutions, as well as the need for comprehensive regulations to enforce the rights of the deaf community.