RNID in Wales

We’re here for everyone in Wales who is deaf or has hearing loss or tinnitus, and the people who support them.

Our social research and campaigns call on the Welsh government, employers and healthcare professionals across Wales to support better access and inclusion.

Our policy and research in Wales

We represent people who are deaf or have hearing loss through the Welsh Parliament Cross-Party Group on Deaf Issues.

We’re asking parliamentary representatives to help us make change in government:

read our manifesto for the 2026 Senedd Election
help us make life more accessible for your deaf constituents

Our social research guides all our policy and campaigning work in Wales. To help shape our policy and campaigning, sign up to our research panel.

Get involved in Wales

There are lots of ways to get involved, from fundraising to volunteering to supporting our campaigns.

Fundraise

Explore our running and challenge events to raise money for our hearing research, campaigns and vital support services.

You could also plan your own local fundraising event.

Volunteer

Find a volunteering opportunity in Wales to support people who are deaf, have hearing loss or tinnitus in your local area.

Campaign

Join us as we campaign for equality, inclusion and access to services for everyone in Wales and across the UK.

We’re asking you to contact your local parliamentary representatives to:

Find out about our other campaigns.

Latest news from Wales

Senedd votes through Wales BSL Act

For the first time, Wales has its own legislation to protect and promote BSL. Find out more.

Welsh Government launches Future Approach to Audiology

The Welsh Government has launched its Future Approach to Audiology, outlining plans to modernise hearing care across Wales. But what does this mean for patients?

Healthcare access in Wales: Better, but not equal yet

The Welsh Government’s updated All Wales Standards for Accessible Communication and Information could be a turning point – but real change depends on the NHS in Wales putting these standards into practice.

Contact us

If you are deaf, have hearing loss or tinnitus and need free confidential and impartial information and support, contact RNID.

We’re open 8.30am to 5pm, Monday to Friday.