The Challenge
Today fewer than 1 in 10 of the 64 million parents of deaf or hard of hearing children around the world can use a sign language.
The lack of sign language classes and prohibitive costs leave millions of children unable to communicate with their own families, let alone attend school. Globally, more than 90% of children with severe hearing loss are out of school.
We aim to change this.
Our Solution
SignLab is developing a digital learning platform that makes learning sign languages more accessible, more effective and more affordable.
Our platform can be accessed anywhere, any time, whether online or offline. It can be used by itself, or to accompany classroom learning.
Its integrated videos help users acquire the hand shapes, body language and spatial representation needed to sign fluently, while our AI ensures that signs are not only learnt, but retained over time.
What our USERS SAY
I had not been able to learn sign language before using this app. It is very easy to use.
Recommended for all beginners! ❤️
iOS Review for NSL
Our Impact
Since our launch in 2019, we have grown to become a global leader in accessible sign language education, making a profound impact on millions of lives. Our platform is now a trusted resource for d/Deaf adults and children, their families, friends, sign language teachers, interpreters, and language enthusiasts across more than ten countries, including Brazil, India, Pakistan, Australia, France, Italy, and Germany. Together, we are building inclusive communities by empowering people everywhere to connect through sign language.
In recognition of our work, we are honored to have received The Global Education Technology Award for Impact, highlighting our commitment to making quality sign language learning available to all. To date, millions of users have joined us on this journey, collectively learning tens of millions of signs and helping to bridge communication gaps within families and communities worldwide.
With each new country we expand into, we draw closer to our vision of making sign language accessible to everyone, fostering understanding, empathy, and connection for people everywhere
10m+
signs learned
Since our launch in Norway, we have taught over 10 000 000 signs and sentences in various sign languages.
2m+
users
10+
countries reached by end of 2024
Special Olympics Winner
In 2019 SignLab won The Special Olympics Innovation Prize for our platform's impact potential.
Zero Project Award 2021
In 2021 SignLab was awarded The Zero Project Award 2021 for how we are transforming how the world learns, and thinks about, sign language.
Selected as a leading UN SDG solution
The Explorer is an initiative from the Norwegian government representing the best of Norway’s sustainable technology.
All solutions on The Explorer are vetted before publication, ensuring high quality and reliability.