The Deaf Entertainment Awards (DEA) is an award program created and hosted by Deaf People of Color Connecting (DPOCC).
DEA celebrates Deaf, DeafBlind, DeafPlus, Hard of Hearing, and Late-Deafened entertainers and trailblazers while creating a platform for representation, recognition, and community.
DEA is dedicated to recognizing and celebrating POC Deaf excellence, talent, creativity, leadership, and community impact.
Coming Soon
Coming Soon
Coming Soon
Sponsorship opportunities for Deaf Entertainment Awards and the 2027 Gala will be shared here as information becomes available.
Follow the journey of Deaf Entertainment Awards as we prepare for the inaugural 2027 Gala. Additional photos, announcements, nominees, and updates will be added here as they become available.
Your support helps DEA recognize and celebrate Deaf, DeafBlind, DeafPlus, Hard of Hearing, and Late-Deafened entertainers and trailblazers in entertainment.
Official DEA banking and electronic payment accounts are currently being established. Approved electronic donation options will be added here when they are ready.
DEA will not accept cash donations.
DEA governance and draft bylaws will be available here as the organization continues to develop.
Draft Bylaws – Coming Soon