My Humanity Project - DISKOIN (Inclusive Coffee Discussion): Breaking Communication Barriers, Uniting Voices with the Sumba Deaf Community (KoTSu)

Under the scorching Sumbanese sun, a special event named DISKOIN (Inclusive Coffee Discussion) is set to enliven the island of Pasola. This event is initiated by myself, together with local youth and of course, the Sumba Deaf Community, with the aim of opening up a space for dialogue and enhancing public understanding of Sumba Coffee and the Deaf community in Sumba. DISKOIN offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere at a local coffee shop called Mata Rammu Cafe (located in front of SMK Pancasila Tambolaka). It is hoped that the fragrant aroma of coffee, combined with the laughter and chatter of the participants, will create an inclusive and comfortable atmosphere for all. Amidst the bustling crowd, a pair of hands will move gracefully, weaving words into sentences in Indonesian Sign Language. One of the most memorable moments was the learning session on Indonesian Sign Language (BISINDO) and Indonesian Sign System (SIBI). It was hoped that the participants would enthusiastically engage wit...