Melqui Pérez
Melqui Pérez is a dedicated interpreter and advocate for the deaf community in the Dominican Republic. As the child of deaf parents, he has a personal understanding of the challenges faced by individuals with hearing disabilities, especially in accessing healthcare services. In the recent discussions surrounding the implementation of Law No. 43-23, which aims to recognize sign language as an official language, Pérez has raised concerns about the lack of interpreters in medical settings. He emphasizes the importance of having qualified interpreters available for deaf individuals to ensure they receive the necessary care and support.
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Melqui Pérez is an interpreter who expresses concerns about the lack of medical interpreters for the deaf.
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