AP Stylebook on “Deaf” and “deaf”
The AP Stylebook, which is considered the top guide on English grammar style and usage for journalists and is often referred to by corporate communications, announced on Monday that it is acceptable to use the “uppercase form Deaf” to signify Deaf culture and community. The AP Stylebook said the “deaf lowercase” should be used when referring to the “audiological condition of total or major hearing loss and for people with total or major hearing loss.” The AP also said “hard of hearing” can be used to describe people with a lesser degree of hearing loss. The AP said they are working on updates and additions to their guidance on disabilities and are sharing this update on “Deaf” and “deaf” because of the Oscars buzz about the film “CODA.” So this is a big acknowledgment from one of the leaders of the “mainstream media” that “Deaf” and “deaf” should be used to describe deaf people instead of terms such as “hearing impaired.” If you see an article with words other than “Deaf” or “deaf,” you can encourage the reporter to refer to the AP Stylebook.
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