Attitude (HD) Being Me: Grace Covey ¦ Parenting Deaf Children as a Deaf Mother and Sign Language Advocate
Grace Covey and her kids, Ruby (7) and Charlie (4), are deaf. While they all have cochlear implants, Grace is a passionate advocate for sign language as a unique communication for the deaf community.
Immerse yourself in the engaging stories of people who live with a disability - ordinary people living extraordinary lives. Made with the support of NZ on Air. Attitude, with 20 years of expertise as multimedia specialists and documentary makers, celebrates people with disabilities by presenting life from an authentic perspective. Our stories highlight the challenges and aspirations of extraordinary individuals, fostering connections between audiences and the experiences of those living with disabilities. We encourage viewers to walk in someone else's shoes, communicating simply and respectfully without resorting to pity or clichés. Our content, received globally, inspires empathy, understanding, and a desire to make a difference. Our work also helps brands authentically connect with the human experience. Our digital and broadcast content has earned numerous international awards. Learn more at "www.attitudelive.com".
Primary Title
- Attitude (HD)
Episode Title
- Being Me: Grace Covey ¦ Parenting Deaf Children as a Deaf Mother and Sign Language Advocate
Date Broadcast
- Sunday 4 August 2024
Start Time
- 12 : 01
Finish Time
- 12 : 32
Duration
- 31:00
Series
- 2024
Episode
- 20
Channel
- TVNZ 1
Broadcaster
- Television New Zealand
Programme Description
- Immerse yourself in the engaging stories of people who live with a disability - ordinary people living extraordinary lives. Made with the support of NZ on Air. Attitude, with 20 years of expertise as multimedia specialists and documentary makers, celebrates people with disabilities by presenting life from an authentic perspective. Our stories highlight the challenges and aspirations of extraordinary individuals, fostering connections between audiences and the experiences of those living with disabilities. We encourage viewers to walk in someone else's shoes, communicating simply and respectfully without resorting to pity or clichés. Our content, received globally, inspires empathy, understanding, and a desire to make a difference. Our work also helps brands authentically connect with the human experience. Our digital and broadcast content has earned numerous international awards. Learn more at "www.attitudelive.com".
Episode Description
- Grace Covey and her kids, Ruby (7) and Charlie (4), are deaf. While they all have cochlear implants, Grace is a passionate advocate for sign language as a unique communication for the deaf community.
Classification
- G
Owning Collection
- Chapman Archive
Broadcast Platform
- Television
Languages
- English
Captioning Languages
- English
Captions
Live Broadcast
- No
Rights Statement
- Made for the University of Auckland's educational use as permitted by the Screenrights Licensing Agreement.
Genres
- Community
- Documentary
Contributors
- Bryn Evans (Director)
- Irirangi Te Motu / New Zealand On Air (Funder)
- Television New Zealand (Distributor)
- Attitude (Production Unit)