Increase the Frequency of Open Caption Screenings in Ohio's Cinemas

The Issue

Approximately 10% of Ohio's total population, i.e., around 1.1 million people, experience some degree of hearing loss. Despite the prevalence of this sensory disability, not all cinemas in Ohio provide adequate services that cater to the needs of the deaf and hard-of-hearing community. This includes the scarce scheduling of open caption screenings, which are crucial in making films accessible to everyone. Open captions in cinema screenings not only benefit those with hearing impairments, but they also assist non-native English speakers and seniors who benefit from visual reinforcement of dialogues and cues in a movie. It is time to ensure that Ohio's movie theaters demonstrate inclusivity and cater to the needs of all patrons. Therefore, we demand policymakers and theater operators within the state to increase the frequency of open caption screenings. Let's make cinema a fully accessible source of entertainment for everyone in Ohio. Sign the petition today and contribute to change for the better.

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The Issue

Approximately 10% of Ohio's total population, i.e., around 1.1 million people, experience some degree of hearing loss. Despite the prevalence of this sensory disability, not all cinemas in Ohio provide adequate services that cater to the needs of the deaf and hard-of-hearing community. This includes the scarce scheduling of open caption screenings, which are crucial in making films accessible to everyone. Open captions in cinema screenings not only benefit those with hearing impairments, but they also assist non-native English speakers and seniors who benefit from visual reinforcement of dialogues and cues in a movie. It is time to ensure that Ohio's movie theaters demonstrate inclusivity and cater to the needs of all patrons. Therefore, we demand policymakers and theater operators within the state to increase the frequency of open caption screenings. Let's make cinema a fully accessible source of entertainment for everyone in Ohio. Sign the petition today and contribute to change for the better.

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Petition created on April 7, 2025