Article Summary

This article is not considered a psychological operation. This news piece details the experiences of Ryley Yates, an 18-year-old Deaf New Zealander, who shares his struggles with bullying, discrimination, and isolation despite New Zealand Sign Language (NZSL) being an official language for two decades. Its journalistic purpose is to highlight ongoing accessibility challenges and the need for greater inclusivity within the Deaf community in Aotearoa.