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 […]
I am delighted to have been delivering more Deaf Awareness Training /British Sign Language for organisations (including lots of well known names) recently. As a Deaf person, it makes such as big difference when someone can sign. It’s also good fun to learn, great for team building and very useful if you need to get […]
Happy Christmas and Happy 2022 from Kathleen and all the team at Dot Sign Language.
We’re seeing a surge in people wanting to learn British Sign Language (BSL) thanks to Rose Ayling- Ellis’ impressive performances on Strictly Come Dancing. At Dot Sign Language, we can deliver our introduction training sessions online. We would love to show you and your friends some BSL. Do get in touch and we can tell […]
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
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. […]
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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 […]
