Access to Work is failing to provide timely, accessible support for deaf people and those with hearing loss. RNID’s Teri Devine explains the impact of long delays, outdated systems and poor communication, and why urgent reform is needed to ensure people can access and stay in work.
Deaf awareness
Ian Rayner, one of only three deaf skydivers in the UK, is making skydiving inclusive by teaching British Sign Language at his local centre.
Sandra knows how much workplace inclusion matters and how simple actions can make a big difference. Read her advice for supporting colleagues who are deaf or have hearing loss.
Jack’s story shows how small changes can make a big difference for colleagues who are deaf or have hearing loss. Discover his experiences, and how you can create an inclusive workplace.
Matt's life changed in just three weeks when he went from perfect hearing to profound deafness. In this blog, he shares the reality of sudden hearing loss, the impact on his independence, and the barriers he faced in healthcare.
Make your festive celebrations more inclusive with simple tips for deaf awareness - plus a fun game to get everyone thinking about inclusive communication.
Celebrity Tasha Ghouri joined MPs and deaf organisations at Westminster to call for urgent action on deaf inclusion. Hosted by the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Deafness, the event celebrated Deaf culture and highlighted the barriers still faced in education, employment and healthcare.
Ten years ago, we launched Subtitle It! to demand equal access to media for deaf people and those with hearing loss. A decade on, we’re celebrating the progress made - from new legislation to improved subtitling.
Over 3,000 elite deaf athletes from 80 countries are competing at the Summer Deaflympics in Tokyo, marking the events 25th anniversary.
Over 40,000 people have joined our It Does Matter campaign to break down barriers for deaf people. Help us reach 50,000.