NYPD giving deaf motorists cards to improve communication
The police department's deputy commissioner for collaborative policing, Susan Herman, said Wednesday that the 4-by-11-inch (10-by-28-centimeter) cards are being mailed this week to 11,590 drivers whose licenses show they are deaf or hard of hearing. The cards also will be available for download on the department's website.
Deaf woman told she can’t be on a jury because she needs an interpreter
Ms Pauline Latchem was told her deafness may impact her ability to carry out jury service. Pauline Latchem was told she could not serve on a jury because a BSL interpreter would not be able to translate the trial.
Is your deaf child ready for the new school year?
Enjoying the summer holidays? Fantastic! But in the back of your mind, you’re probably thinking about the new school year, which is only a few weeks away!
Christmas Gift Guide for Deaf Children
Looking for the perfect Christmas present for your deaf child? Here are some ideas!
‘Next Stage’ launches to empower deaf and disabled artists in the music industry
'Next Stage’ launches to empower deaf and disabled artists in the music industry. The charity Attitude Is Everything have launched the ‘Next Stage’ initiative, which starts with a survey.
Moves to improve the lives of deaf Glaswegians revealed
City chiefs in Glasgow have agreed on plans to improve the lives of BSL users in the Scottish city, making education, leisure, health and democratic services more accessible
WANTED! Firewalkers to fundraise money for new deaf academy
WANTED! Firewalkers to fundraise money for new deaf academy. Would you walk barefoot over red-hot embers to raise money for the New Deaf Academy in Exmouth?
Semiotic Theatre Company brings BSL into mainstream Theatre: ‘The Last Leaf’ review
Carlisle based Theatre Company; Semiotic held a successful production of their drama show; ‘The Last Leaf’ at the Carlisle Fringe Festival on 28th August.
N.Ireland – Needs of deaf community not taken into account
From the Irish News - Letters to the Editor. Published 22nd May 2018
We are in agreement with the contents of a letter from Arnold...
Deaf Rave: Interview with Troi Lee
Troi Lee ‘DJ Chinaman’ has been organising Deaf Rave http://www.deafrave.com since 2003. I interviewed him about the barriers Deaf musicians can face and about his plans for a Deaf Festival.
