1246102fra11 | 18-30f
She didn't want to teach any Lithuanian sign language to my brother either. He was supposed to learn German and DGS [German sign language] only.
1246102fra11 | 18-30f
If he was interested in learning another language later on in life, he could still switch to Lithuanian sign language at that point in time.
1246102fra11 | 18-30f
After declaring independence, they started operating more self-confidently in Lithuania and promoted using the country's own language and sign language.
1246102fra11 | 18-30f
This change hasn't reached everyone yet. Especially the older generation has trouble adjusting to Lithuanian; they are rather skeptical towards this change.
1246102fra11 | 18-30f
It also comes in handy for Lithuania, because it has spread the word that the deaf aren't dumb; they can accomplish something like that as well.