Deaf education, BSL, and the Education (Scotland) Bill

21-04-2025

CEO Blog

Click for BSL Ongoing challenges in deaf education Recently I appeared on the See Hear programme, discussing deaf education and deaf parenting with both deaf and hearing parents. It struck me that even though the deaf community has had the same issues for years, nevertheless they persist. I believe this is due to a lack of recognition of British Sign ...

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Deaf Action on BBC Radio Scotland

30-03-2025

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Old hands, new tricks
On Sunday 30 March, our Statutory Operations Manager, Matthew Fenlon, was invited to BBC Radio Scotland's Sunday Morning programme with Tony Kearney.  The programme looked back on the recent series by Rose Ayling-Ellis, Old Hands New Tricks, and discussed the very important topic of isolation and loneliness affecting the deaf and hard of hearing communities. You can watch the interview ...

BSL Film Club

27-03-2025

Our Events

BSL Video When: 15 May Time: 7pm Cost: Pay what you can Where: Deaf Action, 49 Albany St, EH1 3QY Age: See individual film ratings below Join the BSL Film Club at Deaf Action This is an inclusive and accessible film club specifically designed for the deaf and hard-of-hearing communities and allies, offering films with subtitles and open discussions in ...

Youth Club and Parents & Toddler – March

11-03-2025

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Easter egg hunt sign
Click for BSL Video When: Saturday 29 March Time: 11am - 1pm (ages 0-5) & 12pm - 4pm (ages 10-18) Cost: Free Where: Deaf Action, Albany Street, Edinburgh, EH1 3QY BSL interpreters provided We have an exciting day planned at Youth Club, and we would love you to join us. There will be two separate groups running, so whether you ...

Important update to equipment services in Edinburgh

03-03-2025

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For Edinburgh residents, the Deaf Action Equipment Service will not be in operation from 1 April 2025. Edinburgh Health and Social Care Partnership will now be providing a limited range of equipment for deaf people through its internal services. To find out more, please contact Social Care Direct by telephone on 0131 200 2324 or by email socialcaredirect@edinburgh.gov.uk  The Smart Home ...

BSL Burns Weekend 2026: Dates and tickets

21-02-2025

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A man and woman dancing at a Scottish ceilidh.
Click for BSL Video Book tickets now The BSL Burns Supper 2026 will take place on Friday 16 January 2026 at Ghillie Dhu in Edinburgh. Get ready for another unforgettable evening celebrating Scotland's National Bard, Rober Burns. What You Need to Know Date: Friday 16 January 2026Location: Ghillie Dhu, Edinburgh Ticket price update - For the past few years, despite ...

BSL Craft Club

26-11-2024

Blackwood Bar

A group of people enjoying crafts at a table. There are colourful pens and pencils and pieces of paper.
When: Saturday 17 May Time: 11am to 5pm Cost: Free Where: Blackwood Bar, 49 Albany St, EH1 3QY Bring along any projects you’re currently working on or wish to start. These can be anything from knitting, crochet, and embroidery, to sketching and painting. Or even machine sewing! This is a BSL-friendly space that is open to people with all levels ...

Edinburgh Marathon 2025

12-09-2024

Fundraising events

Full marathon / half marathon When: Sunday 25th May 2025 Where: Edinburgh Fundraising target: £2,000 / £1,000 Registration fee: £100 / £50 (refunded if target met)   Take on the Edinburgh Marathon 2025 and help us make a real difference to the lives of deaf people. Known for its picturesque route and vibrant atmosphere, the Edinburgh Marathon Festival is one ...

‘Family gathering’ at the Blackwood Bar

05-06-2024

Blackwood Bar

A group of people sit around having drinks and food. They are smiling at each other and using sign language to communicate.
When: Saturday 17 May (every 3rd Saturday of the month) Time: 5pm - late Cost: Free Where: Blackwood Bar, 49 Albany St, EH1 3QY A monthly family-friendly event for families, parents, and children. Taking place on the third Saturday of each month, our 'Family Gathering' is an opportunity for children and families to come together for a relaxed evening of ...

Sign Between the Lines – BSL book club

Blackwood Bar

When: Last Thursday of the month Time: 7:30pm Cost: Free Where: Blackwood Bar, 49 Albany St, EH1 3QY Mingle with fellow bookworms at the Blackwood Bar. Sign Between the Lines is a BSL book club based in Edinburgh. Meeting once a month to discuss their latest read, this group is open to all deaf and hearing signers with a passion …