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Our Vision
The center of a thriving community
Our Mission

Our Core Values
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Support our community
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Respect the rights, differences, diversity, and dignity of individuals
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Provide a gathering place for the deaf and hard of hearing
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Act with openness, accountability, and honesty
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Committed to excellence
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Foster and nurture partnerships in Atlanta and across Georgia
Meet The Team
Meet the Team

Executive Director
Jimmy Peterson
"Life is good."

Community Engagement Coordinator
Lara Whitfield-Garfinkel
"Sign Language is the noblest gift God has given to Deaf people."
- George Veditz

Jennifer Frew
EDP Manager
"In all things do it in Love."

Ericka L. Capel, SW, ES
Employment Specialist
"I’ve learned that people will forget what you said and what you did, people will NEVER forget how you made them feel."
- Maya Angelou

Bookkeeper
Deana Gasbarro
"Honestly, Respect, and Friendship work both ways."

Social Media Manager
Nat Skinner
"Without community, there is no liberation." - Audre Lorde

Outreach Manager
Elaina Hinton
"Nothing can dim the light that shines within."
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Outreach Specialist
Darnita Williams
“Without service, we would not have a strong quality of life. It’s important to the person who serves as well as the recipient. It’s the way in which we ourselves grow and develop.” – Dorothy Height
Our Board
Our Board
Cheryl Shaver, President
Bryce Raynor, Vice President
Jonathan DiMarco, Secretary
Janet Myers, Treasurer
Brian Leffler
LaShunda Long
Anne McQuade
Stayce Michelle
Arabella Okwara
Interested in Becoming a Board Member?
For any comments or concerns, you may contact the board at board@gcdhh.org
Form 990 by year
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