Meet Daniel
Project Lead & Senior Sign Language Interpreter at SADeaf
Daniel Yong is a Project Lead and Senior Sign Language Interpreter at the Singapore Association for the Deaf (SADeaf), where he leads major accessibility initiatives including Singapore’s Video Relay Service (VRS) and the integration of Singapore Sign Language into digital platforms. A passionate advocate for Deaf rights and disability inclusion, Daniel has interpreted at national events including the National Day Parade and the Coldplay World Tour 2024. He is currently pursuing a BSc in Digital Media at SUSS.
What do I do?
Leading SADeaf's Video Relay Service (VRS) — enabling real-time phone communication between Deaf and hearing users
Managing the national SgSL integration with FingerDance’s AI-driven platforms
Professional SgSL–English interpretation across healthcare, education, legal, and public settings
Mentoring the next generation of interpreters through SADeaf’s Interpreter Training Programme
Volunteering as a DeafBlind Intervenor using protactile sign language
Recently Featured
Recent Work
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Hush TeaBar X Ukrainian Society of the Deaf
With Ambassador of Ukraine to the Republic of Singapore Her Excellency Ambassador Kateryna Zelenko
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International Conferences
Attended the World Association of Sign Language Interpreters (WASLI) and World Federation of the Deaf (WFD) 19th World Congress
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National Day Parade 2023
Meeting NDP 2023 Chairman COL Terence Ho and Singapore Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat (left to right)
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SAF PIONEER Article
Featured in Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) PIONEER Magazine, Bridging Language Barriers.
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National Day Parade 2022
Interpreting for Former President of Singapore Madam Halimah Yacob
