Good point, my young man got turned down for a volunteering opportunity due to lack of funding for BSL support. Often volunteering is the only way to get valuable experience and learn transferable skills in order to get that first job.

I wonder if anyone’s made the case in the UK re providing funding for deaf/disabled people to have full access and hence experience of volunteering opportunities? Access to Work is only for work as far as I know. And for many, volunteering leads to work opportunities.

The future starts with us✨ Join us for the BSL Conference and explore the power of language, culture, and community to shape the future we want to see. Secure your ticket now! bslconference.org.uk/tickets/

Head to onedanceuk.org to join the membership and access the full article! Book your tickets to the London Premiere of Over and Over (and over again) at Sadler's Wells East: www.sadlerswells.com/.../candoco-...

This breathtaking shot of Maiya Leeke in Over and Over (and over again) graces the cover of the latest issue of 'One' - One Dance UK's Magazine. Inside, we delve into the making of the work and shine a light on how rest and wellbeing were thoughtfully woven into its creation. Photo: Hugo Glendinning

It looks like the avatar and the BSL toggle have been removed since I posted. This is what it looked like. The avatar looks human and is based on real footage but what you’re seeing is a synthetic signer - with sign language generated by AI using a database of recorded signs.

Another punch in the gut for grant funding. #HigherEd #ResearchFunding

🚨 One month to go Are you deaf and interested in linguistics, psychology or cognitive neuroscience? Apply for a paid internship at DCAL, UCL – gain valuable experience at a world-leading research centre. Deadline: 30 April 2025 👉 www.ucl.ac.uk/pals/news/20...

Thanks so much to @theguardian.com for having me, and especially @estelletang.bsky.social for her fastidious edits. www.theguardian.com/global/2025/...

We are looking for a new Head of Access and Equity who can lead on diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) - embedding inclusive practices, dynamic governance, and holistic approaches to access across the organisation. Apply by: 10 AM | 11 April 2025 🔗 candoco.co.uk/job/head-of-access-and-equity/

Our first preview of 'Over and Over (and over again)' was an absolute JOY! ❤ After a busy day of preparation, the excitement was palpable - especially with this being the first performance under Candoco’s new Co-Artistic Direction. Next - the Premiere! Tickets: candoco.co.uk/.../over-and...

Today at the Houses of Parliament, we’re inviting MPs to learn about BSL & Deaf culture. Later, for the first time, Parliament will debate BSL as a language, not just access to services. A major moment for BSL during #SLW2025. We look forward to real progress. 🔗 signlanguageweek.org.uk #SLW2025

The preview of 'Over and Over (and over again) is in 1 WEEK! We're absolutely thrilled and can't wait to perform this work in front of a live audience. Book your performance tickets: candoco.co.uk/.../over-and...

We are really excited to share that we are now hiring for a fantastic new role: Head of Access & Equity! This role will work toward making Candoco a more inclusive and welcoming place, where everyone belongs. Click on the following link to find out more: candoco.co.uk/job/head-of-...

Want to know more about DCAL’s paid internship? Watch Lucy’s video to see her experience! 🌟 If you're deaf and interested in a one-week placement in research or professional services, find out more and apply by 30 April: www.ucl.ac.uk/pals/news/20... BSL Video: youtu.be/lwpNVAYD4MM

In my project manager role for the @bda.org.uk voice and leadership project in London, getting out and engaging with groups like Dialogue Hub and numerous other groups is vital.

Are you a BSL user studying science at university? UCL is offering funded summer research placements! Join us to study reading in deaf children. Apply by 21st March: www.ucl.ac.uk/health/acade...

Professor Bencie Woll MBE shares her journey from a love of languages to leading BSL research in the UK. Her proudest achievement? Founding DCAL & championing deaf researchers. She remains dedicated to expanding opportunities in academia. 🎥 #AcademicSpotlightSeries youtu.be/S6iLX5n-qeY

Looking fwd to #trustees away day with @candocodance.bsky.social in Sadler Wells Theatre East venue today. Sunny vibes too!

It is not Zelensky and Ukraine that should be thanking the West. It is the West that should be thanking Zelensky and Ukraine.

So pleased to have got a grant application of £257k confirmed yesterday. This, on top of a couple of other successes, takes me to approx £650k in my first year as part time Prospects Researcher and Grants Writer @bda.org.uk !

🎉 Free Corporate BSL Lessons for Sign Language Week! 🎉 Learn BSL for your workplace with the BDA! 🙌 Join us 17–23 March 2025 & be part of our inclusivity push. Last year, 1,200 joined—let’s top that! Flexible slots available. Sign up: signlanguageweek.org.uk/company-bsl #SLW2025 #BlueOutForBSL

A year after the DSA changes and everything is going exactly as (we) predicted 🙄 BBC News - Northampton University student criticises DSA support - BBC News www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

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If, like me, you’re fed up with BBC subtitles getting worse and delayed please complain. www.bbc.co.uk/contact/comp...

www.change.org/p/improve-re... Do support this campaign to Improve Registration, Regulation & Oversight of Deafblind Interpreters/Communicator Guides

We are pleased to announce 2 exciting funded PhD studentships at the Centre for Children’s Rights. 1. Deaf children and young people’s rights shorturl.at/NL6lt 2. Developing a child-led measure of poverty: see here:https://shorturl.at/lzamB Application deadline for both is 31st March 2025.

@robinxtech.bsky.social @katta.bsky.social @ninakt.bsky.social and I are investigating the experiences of deaf users in Europe interacting with ChatGPT. If you’re deaf, live in Europe, and are using ChatGPT, please fill in our survey, and share! 🙏🏻 tuwien193.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...

NEEDED! Research assistants for spring data collection. Experience with deaf children & BSL? Want to grow your research skills? Apply by Fri 7th Feb! Mandatory in-person training: Tues 25th Feb. Questions? Email [email protected]. #PaidJob #ResearchOpportunity www.youtube.com/watch?v=D30b...

Research post for BSL user - please share

This was brilliant to look at. Infographics can do so much! Good stuff.

Each chapter has a QR code to a summary of the chapter in the national sign language of the country. Here’s the introduction chapter in American Sign Language: youtu.be/EeEOWnC4G9M?...

It’s arrived! Our book is now published & just got the hard copy. Proud of this work with my co-editors Robert Adam & Stacey Steen (Webb) featuring 22 chapters from different countries.

It says Zoe on the list. This is Joel Kellhofer.

Congratulations to Wendy Daunt, Deaf Studies teacher at Derby’s Royal School for the Deaf, and Joel Castellvi-Kellhofer, of interpreting service SignWow, who have been honoured in the King’s New Year’s Honours list. Wendy’s been made an OBE, while Joel has been given an MBE.

To u all!! X

Hello BlueSky Friends! #DeafSign is a project funded by the European Centre for Modern Languages. The DeafSign project aims to promote #SignLanguage learning opportunities in #Europe. You can find out more here: youtu.be/6WDDC5RUAL8?...

📖 BSL comprehension & English reading skills are linked! Our study shows BSL vocabulary & grammar predict reading success. Findings to be published soon. Watch the BSL video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=HnBR...

@nationalexpress.bsky.social any logic why a coach ticket from Bristol to London Victoria (#040) costs £25 less than a coach via (#200) London Heathrow? Its same journey, seems really unfair?

go.bsky.app/9w8hwQD Finally set up starter pack for deaf charities in UK so far so you can follow their content. Please DM if you need me to add any more here

You have to be shitting me. Why didn't they just ask disabled people instead of getting children to role-play to discover accessibility issues? This is exactly what I am talking about when they will talk to anyone but disabled people and when they do, they don't take us seriously.

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage says the public want to leave the ECHR Let him know he’s wrong by sharing this widely

It is always nice to be appreciated, and #wellbeing is a vital part of working culture. Unexpected certificate of appreciation. All of my work colleagues received certificates too, proud for them. #Valued @bda.org.uk

PhD studentship opportunity! 👇

While many of us have embraced Bluesky, it seems accessibility issues have been overlooked. Anyone know if @bsky.app are working on addressing this?