About DCI

Based in Chicago, Illinois, Deaf Communication by Innovation (DCI) is a Deaf owned and operated business created to improve communication between Deaf* and hearing people through advanced technology. Although technology often provides the most expeditious means of communication, DCI works hard to maintain a personal relationship with customers, interpreters and the deaf individuals they serve.

Our Interpreting Service matches qualified sign language interpreters/transliterators with assignments via the Internet. Because it is Web-based, our service allows 24/7 access to both customers and interpreters, and permits fast, accurate and convenient scheduling and reporting. Our Multimedia Service also assists with presentations, film production, consulting, marketing strategies and web design, all geared toward the Deaf community.

DCI proudly sponsors the Deaf Illinois News, dedicated to disseminating news and information of interest to the Deaf community. This website also posts classifieds and fosters communication and discussion of important issues among its many readers.

* Refers to Deaf, Deaf-Blind, Hard of Hearing, Hearing Impaired, Late Deafened and People with Hearing Loss