According to the World Federation of the Deaf, there are more than 70 million deaf people worldwide. More than 80% of them live in developing countries. Collectively, they use more than 300 different sign languages. Sign languages are fully fledged natural languages, structurally distinct from the spoken languages. The Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities recognizes […]
🟧 I hope you will be able to join us on the Level 6 course. We’re holding a course information and interview day for the Autumn 2021 intake will take place online on: Friday 17th September – 3pm – 5pm. Find out more here. Kathleen
This is a question we’re often asked. Q: I have noticed my hearing declining. I am 70. Do you have many people my age learning sign language in your classes? A: You are definitely not alone. In the UK more than 40% of people over 50 years old are affected by hearing loss, increasing to […]
If you’ve been able to take some time off and have come to the conclusion that you would like to learn a new skill, can I suggest learning British Sign Language (BSL). It’s such a wonderful skill to have and for me personally, it’s been fantastic seeing more people and organisations wanting to learn BSL. […]
Find out more and to book here.
I’m really pleased to read that Ofcom is to provide deaf access to the 999 service in British Sign Language (#BSL). This will have a huge impact on BSL users. Kathleen
I am so proud of the team at Rare Revolution who put together this video a few weeks ago. The digital magazine gives a voice to those affected by RARE conditions and the charities that represent and support them. One of their colleagues is sadly losing their hearing so the team have decided to learn […]
Kathleen Grehan – Director of Dot Sign Language, will explain the aim, content and assessment methods of this course. It is also an opportunity for you to ask any questions. If you are not a current Dot Sign Language student and are interested in joining our September 2021 Levels 3, 4 and 6 courses you […]
It’s Mental Health Awareness Week this week (until 16th). Here are some stats for you. ⏺ 11 million people in the UK are deaf or hard of hearing.⏺ There are 151,000 BSL users in the UK. And.. Deaf people are more likely to: ⏺ have poor mental health – up to 50%, compared to 25% for […]
I hope you will be able to join us. More details can be found here. Best wishes Kathleen #csw #level6 #BSL
