Petition for free BSL classes for families
The BDA is working with campaigning organisation 38 Degrees on a new petition calling for free British Sign…
2 November 2026
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Have Your Say: Shape the Future of GCSE in BSL
The British Deaf Association invites you to participate in two crucial consultation processes related to the GCSE in British Sign Language (BSL).
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“Nothing about us, without us!” – BDA concerned about the lack of BSL representation in the media as DfE opens consultation on new BSL GCSE
“Nothing about us, without us!” - British Deaf Association concerned about the lack of BSL representation in the media as DfE opens consultation on new British Sign Language GCSE
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Campaign for GCSE in British Sign Language (BSL) a “step closer”
Deaf charities have welcomed a public consultation on a GCSE in British Sign Language (BSL) described as a “momentous step forward” in the proposed qualification becoming reality.
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BDA win ‘Campaign of the Year’ at SMK Foundation Awards
We are delighted to announce that the BSL Act Now! campaign has won the "Campaign of the Year" award from the Sheila McKechnie Foundation!
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John Ellerman Foundation
We are very pleased to announce that we have been awarded £80,000 over two years by the John Ellerman Foundation.
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