Deaf Community Complaint About Accessibility in Media
July 22, 2025
The Pan-Cyprian Organization of the Deaf accuses RIK and the Radio and Television Authority of violating the rights of the deaf in Cyprus. Deaf individuals report a decrease in accessibility to television programs, with the removal of sign language interpretation and subtitles. They are demanding a public apology from a representative of the Authority who made derogatory comments. This situation has led to significant outrage and disappointment among deaf citizens.