| This sign over the gateway to the Deaf Community Center welcomed everyone and noted that this is the Year of the Rabbit in the Chinese zodiac calendar. |
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| The numbers of deaf people participating on this Saturday were less than expected but the crowd was perfect for comfortable conversations and games throughout the day. |
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| The DDP field workers in the Deaf Community Development Project spent many hours thinking of games and making arrangements for non-stop activities during the day. They also organized a new year celebration in Kampot and Kampong Cham Provinces. |
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| Here a field worker gives instruction on the rules of a simple game. Balloons under the arms add an extra element of difficulty and challenge. |
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| There were lots of conversations going on all day long. These are two of the DDP staff. |
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| Deaf people are greatly isolated in society, at work, even in their homes, so when they come together, the chance to speak to another deaf person using sign language is often more attractive than the games. |
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| For some the celebration was just a time to hang out and relax and just to be with friends, even if they weren't talking all day. It was good just to be in a place where they were accepted and understood. |
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