What was a primary goal of the DPN movement?

The primary goal of the DPN (Deaf President Now) movement, which took place in 1988, was to demand a deaf president at Gallaudet University. This was significant because Gallaudet had historically been led by hearing presidents, despite being a prestigious institution for the education of deaf and hard of hearing individuals. The movement arose from a sense of frustration and a desire for representation and empowerment within the deaf community. Activists argued that having a deaf president would not only symbolize the values of the deaf culture but also ensure that the administration understood the needs and experiences of deaf students. The success of the DPN movement led to the appointment of I. King Jordan, the first deaf president of Gallaudet, marking a transformative moment in the history of the institution and the deaf community as a whole.