Blog: Amy Morton – campaigning for an inclusive roadmap out of lockdown Hello for those of you who don’t know me, my name is Amy, I’m married with two young children. I’ve had a severe hearing loss in both ears since birth although wasn’t diagnosed till I was nearly four years old. In October last year, I set up Living with Hearing Loss and I have been […]
RAD research reveals significant barriers to employment for deaf people New research by the Royal Association for Deaf People (RAD) has highlighted the challenges faced by deaf people when securing and progressing in work. The survey, which polled the experiences of deaf people in relation to employment and career progression, was carried out at the end of 2020. Amongst the issues raised by respondents were […]
Deaf Awareness Week – 3rd-9th May 2021 This week (3rd-9th May) is Deaf Awareness Week organised by the UK Council on Deafness (UKCoD). The theme for this year is ‘Coming through it Together’ and focuses on organisations working together to raise awareness of deaf issues. You can find more about the work of different organisations through UKCoD’s blog which features the different […]
BATOD to host virtual masterclass series throughout 2021 The British Association of the Teachers of the Deaf (BATOD) is hosting a virtual webinar series masterclass throughout 2021. ‘Together we achieve’ will showcase key speakers from its postponed 2020 national conference. The interactive events will take place monthly during term-time and via an accessible virtual platform. Click on the flyer below for more details:
Blog: Hearing aids versus a cochlear implant – which is better for adults with severe hearing loss? Please note: applications have now closed. By Dr Adele Horobin Well, for people who have hearing loss equal to or greater than 80dB, NICE (National Institute for Health and Care Excellence) advise that a cochlear implant is better. But what about people who just miss out on this cut-off point? People with hearing loss between […]
New members sought for Northern Ireland Coalition on Deafness The Northern Ireland Coalition on Deafness is encouraging more D/deaf organisations to become members. The group, which Hearing Link and Hearing Dogs is part of, is dedicated to making Northern Ireland accessible for those who are deaf, have hearing loss, are deafblind, or who live with tinnitus. If your organisation is a not-for-profit and works […]
Law change opens doors for deaf jurors in England and Wales Deaf people who require the use of a sign language interpreter will be allowed to take part in jury service for the first time, it has been announced. Before this announcement, laws strictly prohibited anyone beyond the 12 sworn jurors from entering jury deliberation rooms. This is to safeguard against outside influence. It meant that […]
