On 3/18/16 9:20 AM, Marie Alexander wrote:
I just wanted to share the wonderful news that Maltese Sign Language (LSM)Hi Marie Alexander,
is now an official language in Malta.
That's great news! I added a new section to the Wikipedia page on the legal recognition of sign languages.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Legal_recognition_of_sign_languages#Malta
There is, of course, a lot of work to be done to enable the law to make aYes, there is so much work to be done, but it's work that is worth doing.
difference but this is the first big step.
Signwriting will play an important role as we hope to develop resources
through it too.
SignWriting is important for the development of real literacy and expression. I look forward to hearing more about the future of Maltese Sign Language.
Regards,
-Steve
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