The BDA Conference 2024, themed "Early Years: The Benefits of Introducing Sign Language to Deaf Children", aims to:

• Promote Awareness and Understanding: Raise consciousness about the benefits of early sign language introduction for deaf children among a diverse audience including parents, educators, and policymakers.
• Highlight Positive Outcomes: Demonstrate the significant impact of early sign language on the cognitive, linguistic, emotional, and social development of deaf children.
• Share Research and Best Practices: Offer a platform for disseminating current research and effective strategies in early sign language intervention.
• Advocate for Policy Change: Champion policy reforms and educational curricula that incorporate early sign language education and Deaf culture, aiming to influence government policies towards better inclusion of BSL.
• Empower Stakeholders: Equip parents, educators, and professionals with knowledge and tools to support Deaf children's growth, promoting bilingualism and inclusivity.
• Foster Collaboration: Bring together various stakeholders, from Deaf communities to policymakers, to jointly enhance the well-being and success of Deaf children.
• Contribute to Deaf Rights: Support the global initiative to acknowledge and protect Deaf children's rights, in line with the Declaration on the Rights of Deaf Children.

This conference is a critical step towards driving positive change, education, and advocacy in support of Deaf children, ensuring their access to essential linguistic and cultural resources. It underlines the crucial role of early sign language exposure in the comprehensive development of Deaf individuals.