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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Final Message from Dr. Terry Riley OBE
Dr. Terry Riley OBE gives his final announcement to all BDA members, Staff, the Board and friends, as Chair of the British Deaf Association
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Summary of 2018 AGM
The British Deaf Association's 2018 Staff Presentation and Annual General Meeting was held in Manchester on Saturday 14th April. Together we paid tribute to our resolute members of the…
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Tribute to Dorothy “Dot” Miles
As we remember this remarkable and warm lady where her talents seemed endless - Dot Miles was widely regarded as the pioneer of BSL poetry, she was not only…
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A thank you – Terry Riley
On behalf of everyone at the BDA and the Deaf community, we thank you, Dr Terry Riley OBE, for your tireless commitment as a staunch supporter, a steadfast campaigner…
Read moreCalls to restore the Access to Elected Office Fund
The BDA welcomes a new petition to restore the Access to Elected Office Fund by More United, fronted by former BDA director David Buxton alongside Emily Brothers and Simeon…
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