The Sociolinguistics Of — Ethiopian Sign Language...

Sociolinguistic studies, notably by Eyasu Hailu Tamene at Gallaudet University Press , highlight a strong sense of community identity among signers.

: The capital serves as a hub for many Deaf clubs and associations, fostering a distinct urban dialect. The Sociolinguistics of Ethiopian Sign Language...

: Centered around the Hosaena School for the Deaf in southern Ethiopia, this dialect reflects the regional concentration of signers and unique educational history. Language Use and Attitudes Sociolinguistic studies, notably by Eyasu Hailu Tamene at