spokhand: A 501(c)(3) form deaf culture for everyone

spokhand: A 501(c)(3) form deaf culture for everyone

spokhand: A 501(c)(3) form deaf culture for everyone

spokhand is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in the United States, led by a Franco-American team of AI experts. We're dedicated to transforming communication for the Deaf community through cutting-edge technology and unwavering support.

spokhand is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in the United States, led by a Franco-American team of AI experts. We're dedicated to transforming communication for the Deaf community through cutting-edge technology and unwavering support.

spokhand is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in the United States, led by a Franco-American team of AI experts. We're dedicated to transforming communication for the Deaf community through cutting-edge technology and unwavering support.

The Genesis of a New Era in Deaf Accessibility

Inspired by pioneers, spokhand is leading a revolution in communication and inclusion for the Deaf community through cutting-edge AI.

Once, Laurent Clerc and Thomas Gallaudet unlocked the world of communication for the Deaf through sign language. Inspired by their legacy, spokhand is leading a new generation—Deaf individuals, CODAs, and hearing allies—committed to accessibility and inclusion.Born from a dream, spokhand strives to make sign language accessible to all. Our mission is to build the world’s largest sign language database, bringing sign language into everyday life—schools, workplaces, and public spaces. Sign language should be universal, inclusive, and available to everyone.


We are the bridge between two worlds, raised between the Deaf and the hearing. Watching our Deaf loved ones struggle in classrooms, job interviews, and daily life ignited our passion for change.

At the same time, our love for technology grew. From the internet to AI, we see tech not just as a tool, but as a force for connection and empowerment.

At spokhand, we see AI as more than a tool—it’s a bridge uniting worlds divided by language. We’re not just creating a database; we’re shaping a future where sign language is part of everyday life and every gesture counts.We dream of a world where no one is excluded, where connection is universal, and sign language belongs to everyone. Together, we’re making this dream a reality, one sign at a time.

The Team Powering the Revolution

We are a diverse team of Deaf, hearing, and CODA individuals. With expertise in AI, communication, and product development, we are deeply connected to the Deaf community and fully committed to driving meaningful change.

Want to help build something no one has built before?

You’re not just joining a nonprofit.

You’re shaping the future of sign language. With us.

Want to help build something no one has built before?

You’re not just joining a nonprofit.

You’re shaping the future of sign language. With us.

Want to help build something no one has built before?

You’re not just joining a nonprofit.

You’re shaping the future of sign language. With us.

Want to help build something no one has built before?

You’re not just joining a nonprofit.

You’re shaping the future of sign language. With us.

Frequently Asked Questions

spokhand

Deaf community

NGO

What is spokhand?

spokhand is the fusion of “spoke” and “hand”, a name that reflects the meeting point between spoken language and sign language. We’re not here to adapt existing tools. We’re building what doesn’t exist yet. spokhand is pioneering the creation of the first global sign language database. That’s the core. A living and structured archive of sign language content that can serve as a base for multiple technologies. This database will make possible new tools in translation, learning, communication, and interactive experiences. But above all, it’s a way to preserve the value of sign language and its unique visual structure. We believe sign language should be documented, shared, and represented like any other language. That’s why we focus first on the data, because nothing can be built without it. spokhand exists so that sign language can be seen, used, and recognized everywhere

How does spokhand work?

Why should you use spokhand?

Who is behind spokhand?

Frequently Asked Questions

spokhand

Deaf community

NGO

What is spokhand?

spokhand is the fusion of “spoke” and “hand”, a name that reflects the meeting point between spoken language and sign language. We’re not here to adapt existing tools. We’re building what doesn’t exist yet. spokhand is pioneering the creation of the first global sign language database. That’s the core. A living and structured archive of sign language content that can serve as a base for multiple technologies. This database will make possible new tools in translation, learning, communication, and interactive experiences. But above all, it’s a way to preserve the value of sign language and its unique visual structure. We believe sign language should be documented, shared, and represented like any other language. That’s why we focus first on the data, because nothing can be built without it. spokhand exists so that sign language can be seen, used, and recognized everywhere

How does spokhand work?

Why should you use spokhand?

Who is behind spokhand?

Frequently Asked Questions

spokhand

Deaf community

NGO

What is spokhand?

How does spokhand work?

Why should you use spokhand?

Who is behind spokhand?

Frequently Asked Questions

spokhand

Deaf community

NGO

What is spokhand?

spokhand is the fusion of “spoke” and “hand”, a name that reflects the meeting point between spoken language and sign language. We’re not here to adapt existing tools. We’re building what doesn’t exist yet. spokhand is pioneering the creation of the first global sign language database. That’s the core. A living and structured archive of sign language content that can serve as a base for multiple technologies. This database will make possible new tools in translation, learning, communication, and interactive experiences. But above all, it’s a way to preserve the value of sign language and its unique visual structure. We believe sign language should be documented, shared, and represented like any other language. That’s why we focus first on the data, because nothing can be built without it. spokhand exists so that sign language can be seen, used, and recognized everywhere

How does spokhand work?

Why should you use spokhand?

Who is behind spokhand?