For 50 years we have removed barriers separating Deaf and hearing communities so that we can all succeed together. Every step of the way, we have pioneered accessible communication technology like TRS, TTY, VRI and now DVC, serving as a catalyst for their widespread adoption and endorsement by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).
Our award-winning customer experience team takes special care to understand the unique needs of companies and government agencies as we work to connect them with the largest available database of Deaf and hard of hearing consumers.
We can work together in developing meaningful and lasting relationships with your Deaf customers, which leads to retention and brand loyalty.
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ASL Now was founded to address the long history of communication barriers and inequity between the business and the Deaf consumer. Our mission is to provide up-to-date communication options that allow for meaningful one-on-one connections, create job opportunities, and reduce the negatives that come with third-party communication services.
1975
CSD begins providing Interpreting Services in South Dakota
1981
Toll-free Teletypewriter (TTY) Relay Services made available in South Dakota
1988
CSD opens 24-hour Telecommunications Relay Services (TRS) in South Dakota
1999
CSD begins offering Video Remote Interpreting (VRI) services
2000
CSD begins offering Video Relay Services (VRS)
2010
CSD launches Secure Video Calling Contact Centers.
2018
CSD formally launches Direct Video Calling (DVC)
