Strengthening Visual Communication Skills for Deaf Friends at The As-Sami Tuli Foundation

Billy Jenavi; Sanggar Tribuana; Dwi Saptariana; Muhammad Alfajar; Sinta Listi; M. Rizky Ferdiansyah

doi:10.35568/abdimas.v9i1.7431

Authors

Billy Jenavi Islamic Economics Study Program, Universitas Tanjungpura, Pontianak, Indonesia
Sanggar Tribuana Islamic Economics Study Program, Universitas Tanjungpura, Pontianak, Indonesia
Dwi Saptariana Islamic Economics Study Program, Universitas Tanjungpura, Pontianak, Indonesia
Muhammad Alfajar Islamic Economics Study Program, Universitas Tanjungpura, Pontianak, Indonesia
Sinta Listi Islamic Economics Study Program, Universitas Tanjungpura, Pontianak, Indonesia
M. Rizky Ferdiansyah Islamic Economics Study Program, Universitas Tanjungpura, Pontianak, Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.35568/abdimas.v9i1.7431

Keywords:

Visual Communication, Sign Language, Creative Skills, Inclusivity, Deaf Community

Abstract

The Student Internship Program (KKM) was held at the As-Sami Tutoring Foundation in Pontianak, West Kalimantan, in July 2025. The goal was to improve the visual communication skills of deaf learners as a means of empowerment and to support inclusive learning practices. Visual communication plays a central role for individuals with hearing impairments in understanding information and interacting socially. The program consisted of three main participatory activities: delivering instructions through sign language, a picture-guessing game, and a handicraft workshop. All activities emphasized hands-on practice tailored to the participants' visual learning characteristics. The results showed a high level of enthusiasm and engagement, with participants demonstrating improved understanding of visual symbols, shapes, and colors, as well as increased self-confidence and social interaction. The program made a positive contribution to strengthening visual communication skills and fostering an inclusive learning environment.

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