The Communication Centre for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
About SHH
The role of the institution is mainly to work on research on Icelandic sign language, provide interpreting services between Icelandic sign language and Icelandic, teach Icelandic sign language and develope appropriate curriculum.
The values of the of the Communication Center are: Initiative - Respect - Cooperation
Opening hours
The Communication Center's office is open Monday to Thursday from 9 am to 3 pm and Friday from 9 am to 12 am.
Organisation chart
The communication center is under the responsibility of the Ministry of Culture and Business Affairs.
Employees
At the Communication Center, a close-knit group of employees work towards the organization‘s goal, which is promoting services to people who speak sign language as widely as possible in society, based on Icelandic sign language.
Job applications
The Communication Center has many employees
You must apply separately for advertised jobs.
Cost of service
The communication center's tariff is determined by the Ministry of Culture an Business Affairs.
Laws and regulations
Laws and regulations about the Communication Center for Deaf and Hard of Hearing.
Cooperation
The Communication Center participates in various cooperation, both in Iceland and abroad.
Green steps SHH
The Communication Center participates in the Green Steps Program for public institutions. The program aims to reduce the negative environmental impact of the institutions and promote the environmental awareness of employees.