At Morpheyes Studio we are humbled, honored, and excited that many of you took the time to share your stories with us and the community. This series would not be possible without your enthusiasm and vulnerability. Our aim is to show young Deaf Queer people that they are not alone in the world, and give them hope through representation.
Here is one of the many beautiful stories shared with us -- by Jano Ragual!
DESCRIPTIVE TRANSCRIPT
(A person with short dark hair wearing a black shirt with a tiny pineapple on it appears onscreen. Their video is vertical and the sides of the screen are solid dark purple.)
"I’m proud to be Deaf and Queer because my family has always accepted me for who I am."
(The logo of a heart with Pride flag stripes and an outline of an ear in one half of the heart appears on a white background again. The heart logo spins and slides left and right, revealing the words “DEAF + QUEER” in funky black lettering. The heart logo slides up above the title.)
"Hello! My name is Jano Ragual (sign name). I am an actor and dancer. I have felt and known I was a boy since age 5. I never even came out as a lesbian to my family. They knew I was different and they supported me in what I want to do. They have always encouraged me to be proud of who I am and they love me! And my queerness. I have felt free all my life ever since! Be proud of yourself for how you try. And try. And TRY!"
(The logo of a heart with Pride flag stripes and an outline of an ear in one half of the heart appears on a white background again. The heart logo spins and slides left and right, revealing the words “DEAF + QUEER” in funky black lettering. The heart logo slides up above the title. End.)