Communication Service for the Deaf (CSD)
Non-profit OrganizationsTexas, United States501-1000 Employees
Communication Service for the Deaf (CSD) is a private nonprofit organization that develops and delivers technologies and services aimed at supporting the deaf and hard of hearing community. Its mission is to expand opportunities for these individuals to reach their full potential by enabling more effective communication and fuller participation in daily life. The organization emphasizes the importance of qualified interpreters and relies on staff who understand the needs of the deaf and hard of hearing community. Based in Austin, Texas, CSD operates within the nonprofit sector and pursues initiatives in human services and technology innovation for the deaf and hard of hearing. It has a long history of advancing accessibility, including launching the nation's first 24/7 Telecommunications Relay Service in 1981, and it currently sustains a sizable workforce across its programs. In 2026, the organization announced leadership changes, including the promotion of Bobby Siebert to Chief Administrative Officer.