Rwanda - Centre for Deaf Children in the Nyabihu District

Last week Channel 4's Unreported World article highlighted the experience of deaf children in Uganda. SignHealth has had a presence in Uganda for a long time, setting up the very first deaf pre-school in Kampala, training teachers and introducing sign language to the deaf community.

In Rwanda there is no state provision for Deaf children  The few schools for Deaf children in Rwanda are all privately run.  In Nyabihu, Louis, whose parents and all of his siblings apart from one brother were killed in the 1994 Rwandan Genocide, has set up the first centre for deaf children in his home village.  He had previously established the first provision for deaf children in Nyange.

With the support from the Centre for Deaf Children in the Nyabihu District, the children are integrated into the local schools and happy.  However the rented accommodation at the Centre is poor, cramped and unsuitable. They hope to build a new centre. If you wish to learn more about the Centre, their work and their vision click  here

Unreported World article on deafness in Uganda

http://www.channel4.com/programmes/unreported-world/on-demand

On Friday night Unreported World broadcast an article on SignHealth Interational's work with Deaf children in Uganda. There is stigma and cultural taboo surrounding deafness in Uganda, meaning Deaf people there are among the most isolated and disadvantaged groups in the developing world. This programme gives an insight into the lives of Deaf children that is common in many developing countries.

There are often no opportunities to learn sign language, meaning deaf children and adults exist in a world of silence with no communication mode to express themselves with anyone. The programme shows the impact of the first sign language lesson in a village and the life changing effects of a school for the deaf on the lives of Deaf children.

The programme is showing on 4oD until mid December http://www.channel4.com/programmes/unreported-world/on-demand

 

UCL Summer school - Deaf Learners

" UCL are hosting a fantastic opportunity for deaf hand hard of hearing students in year 11 and year 12. The summer school is a 3 day residential programme that gives you the chance to find out more about UCL through staying in the university halls and taking part in fun and academic sessions at UCL. The university will provide BSL interpreters and UCL will cover the cost of your travel, accommodation and all meals and refreshments. For more details and how to apply please visit www.ucl.ac.uk/wp/post16/summerschools

Applications close soon so please be quick!"

Wolverhampton deaf undergraduates experiences

Wolverhampton are hosting a Deaf Learner Open Day on the 2^nd May 2014. 

Below are some positive profiles of deaf learners currently studying there:

Muna Abdillahi Role Model Profile Wolverhampton by Peterborough and District Deaf Children's Society

Joe Weaver 1 Wolverhampton by Peterborough and District Deaf Children's Society

Pilot research study of reading in deaf school leavers

Rachel England, a Deaf research assistant working for City University under the direction of Dr Fiona Kyle is carrying out a pilot study of reading in deaf school leavers. She is inviting severely or profoundly Deaf young people in school years 10 or 11 to take part. See poster below for more details or contact Dr Fiona Kyle: Fiona.Kyle.1@city.ac.uk

Reading in Deaf School Leavers Flyer Kyle2014 by Peterborough and District Deaf Children's Society

University of Wolverhampton : Deaf Learner Open Day

The University of Wolverhampton will be hosting its Deaf Learner Open Day on the 2^nd May 2014.  It is a free event, open to Deaf and hard of hearing young people accompanied by their teachers/support staff or parents. 

"The event is aimed at those who are at school or college, year 10 onwards, however, if there are  pupils in year 9 who you feel would benefit from this visit, they are welcome to attend. Deaf parents of hearing children who would like to know what university has to offer their children, may also attend.

We will be providing information about university life and study, the types of support available and funding.  Visitors will also be able to ask questions of our specialist staff, have a tour of the university and meet our deaf and hard of hearing students. The programme is available on the University website.

To book a place, all mustregister through the University of Wolverhampton website: www.wlv.ac.uk/opendays  or via this link: http://www.wlv.ac.uk/default.aspx?page=39266 . People can register as individuals or as a group."

 

 

BSL Zone web clips Fund

There is now a way in which the Deaf community can apply to make films for the BSL Zone. BSLBT have started the BSL Zone web clips fund.

This is a rolling fund available to groups and individuals to apply to make a video clip for the website. The film must appeal to the d/Deaf BSL community.

Information in BSL and English on the BSLBt website http://www.bslzone.co.uk/news/bslbt-announces-new-web-clips-funding/

Or email maggie@bslbt.co.uk for more information

NDCS: Benefits for deaf young people

The NDCS team have created these videos explaining benefits for deaf young people and advice on PIP (Personal Independence Payment) facts.

PDDCS free cycling sessions

PDDCS free cycling sessions for deaf youth and adults

25th November: International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women

The United Nations observes International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women on 25 November.

SignHealth, the Healthcare charity for Deaf people, operate a  service called DeafHope UK. This is a service for Deaf women and their children who are experiencing, or are survivors of, domestic abuse. 

For further details about the service click here

DeafHope Deaf Leaflet A5

New Deaf Adults Advocacy Services in Peterborough

 
The new Deaf Adults Advocacy Services in Peterborough service is operarting through the Cambridgeshire Deaf Association.



For more information or to make a referral please contact Ruth Godden:
Email: ruth@cambsdeaf.org
Tel: 01223 411778
Fax: 01223 411701
Mob: 07902 281668    

Driving Theory resource for deaf learners

A DVD to help Deaf learner drivers understand the Theory Test questions has been created.

"The Theory Test Extra DVD is fully signed by two Deaf teachers of BSL. This DVD is a direct translation of the Theory Test Extra book published by the Driving Standards Agency. This DVD is also the only resource available to Deaf people learning to drive."

Copies retail normally at £19.99 + postage & packing.

SPECIAL OFFER to NDCS Groups - £15.00 until end of August 2013!

 For further details email  scarotraining@live.co.uk or by texting/phoning CAROL on 07852953947

 

 

Welsh Deaf Futsal Squad

The first National Deaf Futsal training camp will take place on Sunday July 21st 2013 at Dragon Park, Newport. To keep up to date with the training camps during the run-up to the EDSO Futsal Qualifiers which will take place early in the new year follow this link
       http://www.faw.org.uk/news/FAW91495.ink

Sign Circle 2013

Sign Circle is considered to be the biggest Deaf BSL camping festival in the UK. Sign Circle 2013 is taking place from Friday 26th to Monday 29th July 2013.

To find out more, visit http://www.signcircle.org.uk/

PDDCS Summer Playscheme 2013

The details for this year's PDDCS playscheme are now finalised.

See information below for further details

Please note venue location - Fulbridge Academy 

Playschem Letter 2013 Final by Peterborough and District Deaf Children's Society

Application Form for Playscheme 2013 by Peterborough and District Deaf Children's Society

Communication support Bill

Sir Malcolm Bruce MP was selected in the ballot for Private Members Bills. He has decided to table a bill on communication support for deaf people. To read more, click this link to the full Signature article



http://services.parliament.uk/bills/2013-14/communicationsupportdeafness.html



Muslim Deaf UK - Introduction to Deen course for Deaf learners

Peterborough has been keen to improve access to Islamic studies for the deaf Muslims in the community. If are interested in the Deen course, see the poster details below.

MDUK by Peterborough and District Deaf Children's Society

Royal Court Theartre's Signed Video - Open Court

Royal Court Theatre's are hosting  Open Court – a six week festival (10 June – 20 July) of plays, ideas and events chosen and suggested by a group of over 140 writers.

Below is a signed video describing their upcoming performances

For further information go to http://www.royalcourttheatre.co.uk

Deaf Lounge - A bar for deaf people

A bar for deaf people has opened in London.

The Deaf Lounge caters for both the deaf and non-deaf communities. All the staff in the Deaf Lounge in Seven Sisters are trained in sign language. There is a deaf security guard and deaf bar staff as well as a partially deaf DJ.

The fire alarm has a flashing light to alert deaf customers and lavatory notices are in sign language as well as written English.

 

To learn more about the new venue go to their webite http://www.deaflounge.com/

Deaf - friendly squash free taster sessions

With Deaflympics 2013 fast approaching, the PDDCS has been working with local sports organisations to support them co-ordinating deaf friendly FREE taster sessions. The football and TaeKwondo proved successful with free football sessions continuing to run each Monday night during the school term. Click here for further details about the football or contact Andy Palmer.

Racxsports is the lastest local sports organisation to offer free taster sessions to deaf young people. Dan has been very proactive, making contact with UK Deaf Sports for guidance. Dan has won England Squash & Racketball Young Coach of the Year award for 2012

The sessions will take place from 4.30-5.40 at the Peterborough Town Sport Centre. A minibus will be leaving Jack Hunt School at 4.10 and returning 5.45. See details below.
To register interest or ask questions contact Teresa Quail - tquail@jackhunt.net

Deaf Friendly Squash by Peterborough and District Deaf Children's Society