Royal Association for Deaf people

Providing services to deaf people in their first or preferred language; BSL | Consultancy | Interpreting | Training | Translation and more. Visit our website ⬇

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We've entered 2025 with a fresh look and the launch of our new website. This is the perfect moment to revisit who we are, what we believe in and what we strive for every day.

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Tell us the types of jobs you're looking for, and get updates as soon as something suitable becomes available.

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Due to demand, we’ve added another Fast Track BSL Level 1 course to our Summer School ☀️

Places are limited, so early booking is recommended. You can reserve your spot on our website: https://t.co/bF9MYAVLSW

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What a fantastic couple of days at DeafExpo 2026!

Thank you to everyone who stopped by to chat with the team, take part in our activities and learn more about what we do. Here’s a little look back everything that went on 🎥

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185 years of history, now available to explore 📖

A History of the Royal Association for Deaf people, a fascinating look at RAD’s journey from 1840 to 2019, is now available to download free on our website: https://t.co/z7TaejqiQX

#RAD185 #DeafHistory #BSL #Heritage

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A huge thank you to Meera for taking on the London Marathon in support of RAD 🏅

It's an incredible achievement, and we’re so grateful for the dedication, training and effort Meera put into supporting our work.

There's still time to donate: https://t.co/2UbM2i1mpm

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For the final video in our Deaf Awareness Week series, we asked our team:

If someone walked in your shoes for a single day, what would you want them to notice first?

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Communication affects every part of life - work, healthcare, relationships, education and independence.

In today’s video, our team discusses why communication access is not a luxury, but a right.

Come back tomorrow for the final conversation in our Deaf Awareness Week series!

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Good intentions do not always lead to good communication, so in today’s video, our team reflects on some common reactions and behaviours that can actually make communication more difficult.

Come back tomorrow for the next conversation in our Deaf Awareness Week series.

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We were pleased to host the Signapse Deaf Advisory Board meeting at the RAD office yesterday, with important discussions focused on supporting the continued development of Signapse and accessibility in technology.

A productive and inspiring day!

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We’re giving away free places on our RAD Learn elearning Deaf awareness course, a practical, easy-to-follow course designed to help you communicate more confidently with deaf people.

To enter, simply complete the form on our website. You can find it here: https://t.co/85h0crQa8L

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What happens when communication breaks down?

In today’s Deaf Awareness Week conversation, our team reflects on moments where communication did not work the way it should have, and the impact that can have on confidence, independence and access.

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Some myths about deaf people have been around for a long time, but that doesn’t make them true.

In today’s conversation, our team talks about the assumptions and misconceptions they wish would disappear for good, and why challenging them matters.

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Have you reserved your space for our free deaf awareness taster session tomorrow? 👋

📅 Wednesday 6 May
🕝 2:30pm
💻 Online & free to join

Sign up on our website: https://t.co/6Xvvk2cVtL

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This Deaf Awareness Week, members of Team RAD will be sharing honest conversations about deaf experiences, accessibility, communication and the barriers that still exist today.

In our first video, the team talks about the things many hearing people may never think about.

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This Deaf Awareness Week, we're running a free 30-minute deaf awareness taster session, which will give you simple tools to communicate more effectively and understand common barriers.

🗓️ Wednesday 6 May
⏰ 2:30pm

Find out more and sign up here: https://t.co/U2zAPFl6QV

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Meera has picked up her bib at the TCS London Marathon Running Show, and race day is just around the corner 🏃‍♀️

Our Vice Chair, Rolf Choutan, is also running the marathon on Sunday, and we're looking forward to supporting Meera, Rolf and the rest of the runners on the day.

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Hello! 👋 Come and meet TeamRAD at @deafexpouk in Birmingham on 15 and 16 May.

We have planned a few exciting activities for you. Come and meet us. See you there!

Just one month to go! Find out more: https://t.co/qXebBuqUcF

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Then and now: St Saviour’s Church, Oxford Street 📍

Did you know this was once the headquarters of what is now RAD? We went along with Mark to visit the spot where this important part of our history once stood.

#RAD185 #DeafHistory #ThenAndNow #LondonHistory

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Hello! 👋

📍 We are here at Deaf Day City Lit in Room 113.

Where are you? Come and meet us!

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A space ready for celebrations, gatherings or conferences ✨

It's always wonderful to see our conference space transformed for special occasions - did you know you can hire it for your next event?

Find out more or download our price list: https://t.co/al4zKHzOOh