A Father’s Mission for 911 Accessibility
A father, officer, and innovator — Earl Karcher is helping to revolutionize 911 technology for those who need it most. Earl's life is deeply intertwined with emergency response, both as a reserve officer and as a child of deaf parents (CODA). His passion for making 911 more accessible is personal as his daughter is also deaf. He understands the critical role of inclusive emergency communication. At ¾Åɫֱ²¥, Earl helps drive innovations like Text-to-911, ensuring that those who are deaf, hard of hearing, or unable to speak can still receive help when they need it most.