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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BSL Charter update for East Midlands
Robin Ash gives an update regarding the BSL Charter for the East Midlands.
Read moreImproving access to British Sign Language for families in England
Parents of deaf children are now able to access new resources offering information on British Sign Language (BSL) and how to find courses.
Read moreOfficial Launch of “Legal Status for BSL and ISL” Report
As part of the BDA's Sign Language Week 2014 "Strengthening Our Rights", we will launch a report on "Legal Status for BSL and ISL"at the BDA's BSL Symposium on…
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BSL Charter East Midlands update 2014
Robin Ash talks about a BSL Charter update for the East Midlands.
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Action Deafness interviews Robin Ash – BSL Charter
A short interview by Action Deafness about the official signing of the BDA's BSL Charter on Tuesday 12th November 2013.
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North Down Borough Council fulfilling BSL Charter pledges
North Down Borough Council has translated parts of their website into BSL.
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