Take the Leap for BDA Youth: Skydive Fundraiser 2026
Members of the BDA Youth Committee, BDA staff and supporters are taking to the skies to raise funds…
31 July 2026
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Take the Leap for BDA Youth: Skydive Fundraiser 2026
Members of the BDA Youth Committee, BDA staff and supporters are taking to the skies to raise funds for Deaf young people across the UK. Your donation will help create more opportunities for Deaf…
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BDA responds to PM’s social care announcement
The BDA welcomes the focus on social care and hopes the upcoming Big Conversation on Care will meaningfully…
Join our Deafblind Advisory Group
The British Deaf Association (BDA) is looking for Deafblind people from across the United Kingdom to help shape…
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Join our Heritage Steering Group
We’re looking for members to join our Heritage Steering Group. We especially welcome Deaf community members, alongside people with relevant expertise in Deaf history, heritage and archives, to help…
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BDA’s new 2026 – 2029 Strategy
Today we are proud to share our new three-year plan for 2026–2029 — and to reflect on just how far we have come together over the past three years.
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Historic Moment as Northern Ireland Passes Sign Language Bill
The British Deaf Association (BDA) has welcomed the passage of the Sign Language Bill in Northern Ireland, calling it a landmark step forward for the recognition and promotion of…
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