• Founded in 1865 and is the oldest state association in the United States.
• ESAD is an affiliate member of National Association of the Deaf since 1941.
• ESAD is an organization for protection of the interests of the deaf people.
• ESAD offers activities and services such as:

– Civic Activities
– Leadership Training Workshops
– Organ Newsletter
– Gallaudet Home Fund
– New York State Pageant
– Support Services
– Biennial Conventions
– Advocacy