Edinburgh Deaf Festival programme launched at spectacular event

20-06-2022

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Pictured: Jamie Rea, Solar Bear; Shona McCarthy, Edinburgh Fringe Festival CEO, Philip Gerrard, Deaf Action CEO Deaf Action was delighted to host people from across the arts, business, charity and politics sectors at Bonnie & Wild, within St James Quarter, on Thursday 17 June, to welcome the programme launch of the Edinburgh Deaf Festival. Unique in Scotland and the rest …

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Introducing… Edinburgh Deaf Festival

05-05-2022

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Edinburgh Deaf Festival

It’s Deaf Awareness Week, so we want to tell you something really exciting that’s happening soon.   Edinburgh Deaf Festival will be a celebration of deaf culture, language & heritage, accessible to all. There will be performances from deaf performers and artists, with regular activities planned throughout this week, such as tours, exhibitions, workshops and book clubs. All events will be interpreted …

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Deaf role models – Amy Murray

04-05-2022

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Deaf role model Amy with tutor Claire
Meet Amy Murray, a deaf actor with a passion for bringing BSL to life in her performances, and one of our deaf role models. She shares her story, alongside her former tutor Claire Lamont, in the video below. Amy's story Amy’s journey started with a love of the arts that turned into a dream to become an actor. But like ...
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BSL Bill set to become law

27-04-2022

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BSL sign being held up at BSL rally in London

Wednesday 27th April 2022 will go down in history as the day the BSL Bill passed its final Parliamentary stage, meaning it will be legally recognised in England, Scotland and Wales. The Bill means that: BSL will be recognised as an official language in England, Scotland and Wales The Secretary of State for the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) …

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Home energy saving tips

02-03-2022

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Many of you will be aware that as of this April, 2022, energy bills are going to increase significantly. Many people out there will be accumulating their energy bills but putting them to one side. Here are some you some quick tips on how to save on your energy bills. These ideas can save you £356 a year. Draught proofing ...
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Mask rules in Scottish schools to be eased

22-02-2022

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From February 2022, facemasks are no longer mandatory in secondary school classrooms across Scotland. While wearing masks has been important for keeping children and everyone else safe during the pandemic, it has meant that many deaf young people who rely on lipreading and facial expressions have been left feeling isolated and unable to communicate. For deaf school children, being able …

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National Youth Work Awards

26-01-2022

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Deaf male youth worker with young deaf girl

We’re thrilled that our Youth Coordinator, Mitchell Graham, has been shortlisted in two categories at YouthLink Scotland‘s National Youth Work Awards 2022. Mitchell is shortlisted in two categories: Youth Worker of the Year Equality & Diversity We’re incredibly proud of the work Mitchell has done since joining Deaf Action in 2020. He has transformed our Youth Club, putting deaf young …

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Deaf representation in mainstream media

14-01-2022

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  There was a steady increase in deaf representation in the mainstream entertainment industry during 2021. In relation to my own experience in television, I put forward the question - just how well represented are deaf and hard of hearing people in film/television? My name is Mae, I was part of the presenting team for the Cbeebies programme - Magic ...
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Award nomination round-up

23-12-2021

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We are extremely grateful to have been nominated for awards for our work throughout the year. We're ending the year by reflecting on just some of the things we've achieved this year. Through our campaigning work and dedication to supporting our community, we've been honoured to have been nominated for a number of awards. Award nominations and commendations Philip Gerrard ...
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How to beat ‘Dinner Table Syndrome’ this Christmas

21-12-2021

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Christmas is just days away. It’s a time to gather around the dinner table and share stories from the past year, but it’s often dreaded by deaf and hard of hearing people. ‘Dinner table syndrome’ is a term used by deaf people as they are perpetually left out of conversations that are had at the table. Around 90% of deaf ...
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