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Deaf Unity @deafunity
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Deaf Unity@deafunity
15 Sep 2025
We are now more active on other platforms, so make sure to follow us to stay up to date! Bluesky, Tiktok, Threads/Instagram, Facebook - all @deafunity Check out our bio for all the links 🔗
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REMINDER 📣 Our free workshop for deaf university students is tomorrow! 🕜2pm - 4:30pm  📍University College London  ❓Topic - Workplace Skills and Equality Act To register, visit deafunity.org/event/workplac… #DeafCommunity #EqualityAct
White text on purple asking "Are you a deaf student?" alongside a sketched white megaphone with sound lines.

ALT White text on purple asking "Are you a deaf student?" alongside a sketched white megaphone with sound lines.

Deaf Unity free workshop for deaf uni students on workplace skills & Equality Act — 11 June, 2–4:30pm, UCL. Register online.

ALT Deaf Unity free workshop for deaf uni students on workplace skills & Equality Act — 11 June, 2–4:30pm, UCL. Register online.
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Free workshops for deaf university students 📣 Our next workshop is: 📅11th June 🕜2pm - 4:30pm  📍University College London  ❓Topic - Workplace Skills and Equality Act To register, visit deafunity.org/event/workplac… #DeafCommunity #EqualityAct
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🎓 Want to build your workplace skills and learn about your rights at work? Join our free employability workshop on workplace skills and the Equality Act at UCL, for deaf university students. Register now – f.mtr.cool/mwwkxjylyy
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It's almost time for our Deaf Café this month. Come along on Friday 15th May at 6:30pm to Royal Festival Hall, Southbank Centre. All BSL users and learners are welcome 🤗
Smiling group at Deaf Unity BSL Café sitting around tables, holding drinks and showing sign-language handshapes.

ALT Smiling group at Deaf Unity BSL Café sitting around tables, holding drinks and showing sign-language handshapes.
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Deaf university students -we want your views! 🎓 Help shape the new Deaf Unity student handbook for students preparing for university. 📅 Apply by 15 May 🖼️ Full details in the image below Join our mailing list for future student opportunities: f.mtr.cool/omkynkvltb
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Happy National BSL Day! 🎉 Today marks the anniversary of the British Sign Language act 2022. Celebrate with us: Join our BSL Café on 15th May at Southbank Centre, explore our e-learning course, or start a live tutor-led class.  #NationalBSLDay
People seated in a circle signing and chatting at a Deaf Unity Café gathering, with a small service dog in the foreground.

ALT People seated in a circle signing and chatting at a Deaf Unity Café gathering, with a small service dog in the foreground.
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We are currently looking for a passionate and committed individual with an interest in finance and supporting deaf communities, to join our Board of Trustees as Treasurer. The Treasurer will be responsible for overseeing the charity's financial position.
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Featured Jobs 💼 We have new opportunities on our jobs board for the deaf community! For all open jobs, information and to apply, visit our jobs board - f.mtr.cool/evfymdwzyp
Jobs: Training Coord (Remote); Engagement Exec (Remote/London); CQC Reg Manager (National); Treasurer (Volunteer).

ALT Jobs: Training Coord (Remote); Engagement Exec (Remote/London); CQC Reg Manager (National); Treasurer (Volunteer).
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It's almost time for our Deaf Café this month. Come along on Friday 17th April at 6:30pm to Royal Festival Hall, Southbank Centre. All BSL users and learners are welcome 🤗
Smiling group at Deaf Unity BSL Café sitting around tables, holding drinks and showing sign-language handshapes.

ALT Smiling group at Deaf Unity BSL Café sitting around tables, holding drinks and showing sign-language handshapes.
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Deaf Lives Event 🙌 Our last Deaf Lives event is on 25th April! Punk Chef will be attending to talk about his journey, share some tips and show how to make some tasty food 🧑‍🍳 For more information and to register, visit f.mtr.cool/jpjycfjwii See you there ✨
Deaf Lives Project: Healthy Eating & Balanced Diet workshop with a punk chef, 25 Apr 2026, Lampton Family Hub Hounslow 5–8pm

ALT Deaf Lives Project: Healthy Eating & Balanced Diet workshop with a punk chef, 25 Apr 2026, Lampton Family Hub Hounslow 5–8pm
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Deaf Unity currently has paid job opportunities for passionate individuals to lead on the development of our Training and Income generation services.  Take a look, links in bio! 💼 #DeafJobs #DeafCareers
We're hiring: Training Coordinator and Services Coordinator — Deaf Unity logo and website www.deafunity.org

ALT We're hiring: Training Coordinator and Services Coordinator — Deaf Unity logo and website www.deafunity.org
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Free workshops for deaf university students 📣 Our next workshop is: 📅17th April  🕜2pm - 4:30pm  📍University College London  ❓Topic - Interview Skills & Access to Work To register, visit the link in bio 🔗 #DeafCommunity #AccessToWork
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Wow, what an amazing turnout at the Deaf Unity Café last week!  Thank you to everyone who attended and to our wonderful volunteer hosts for creating such a welcoming environment for all the old and new faces.  The next date is 17th April, see you there! 🌟 #DeafCommunity
Deaf Unity BSL Café poster: photo of the last group meeting. Next session 17 Apr, 6:30–8:30pm at Royal Festival Hall, Southbank

ALT Deaf Unity BSL Café poster: photo of the last group meeting. Next session 17 Apr, 6:30–8:30pm at Royal Festival Hall, Southbank

Smiling group seated at Deaf Unity Cafe

ALT Smiling group seated at Deaf Unity Cafe

Smiling group seated at Deaf Unity Cafe

ALT Smiling group seated at Deaf Unity Cafe

Smiling group seated at Deaf Unity Cafe

ALT Smiling group seated at Deaf Unity Cafe
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Are you a deaf or hard of hearing university student preparing for your career? Join Deaf Unity's free in-person workshops to boost your skills and confidence for the workplace!
Preparing for the World of Work — coaching sessions for deaf and hard-of-hearing university students. www.deafunity.org

ALT Preparing for the World of Work — coaching sessions for deaf and hard-of-hearing university students. www.deafunity.org

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Each workshop is practical and informative to help you feel prepared for the transition from university to work.  The workshops are free to attend. In return, we ask you to share your feedback after the session so we can improve future workshops.
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To register: 17th April - deafunity.org/event/preparin… 25th April - deafunity.org/event/preparin… Places are limited – don’t miss this opportunity to invest in your future!  #DeafCommunity
Interview Skills & Access to Work — Fri 17 Apr, 2–4:30pm, UCL Institute of Education, 20 Bedford Way, London

ALT Interview Skills & Access to Work — Fri 17 Apr, 2–4:30pm, UCL Institute of Education, 20 Bedford Way, London

Workplace skills & Equality Act workshop — Sat 25 Apr, 2–4:30pm, UCL Institute of Education, 20 Bedford Way, London.

ALT Workplace skills & Equality Act workshop — Sat 25 Apr, 2–4:30pm, UCL Institute of Education, 20 Bedford Way, London.
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Reminder!  The Deaf Unity café is tonight ☕ We had a great turnout last month and can't wait to meet you all again today.  Come along tonight 6:30 - 8:30pm at the Royal Festival Hall, Southbank Centre, London.  See you there 🌟 #BSL #DeafCommunity
Deaf Unity BSL Café: people signing. 20 Mar 6:30pm, Royal Festival Hall Southbank Centre

ALT Deaf Unity BSL Café: people signing. 20 Mar 6:30pm, Royal Festival Hall Southbank Centre
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Our next BSL courses are starting soon in April 📣 Learn from an experienced deaf tutor and choose from a 10 week introduction course, or a 32 week Level 1 course. Not sure if you're ready to commit long-term? Try our fantastic BSL taster eLearning course to get you started!
British Sign Language courses — sign up now. Last April spaces; Intro & Level 1 available at deafunity.org

ALT British Sign Language courses — sign up now. Last April spaces; Intro & Level 1 available at deafunity.org

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Sign-up on our website f.mtr.cool/mcjznrpzdz Or contact us bsl@deafunity.org #BritishSignLanguage

Tutor-led courses - Deaf Unity

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