An Introduction to Deaf Awareness

Bring yourself to learn something new. Tea and Coffee will be provided.

FUN FACT: Did you know that 1 in 5 adults in the UK are deaf or hard of hearing?

After this session:

• Be able to deliver a more accessible experience to deaf and hard of hearing people
• Build your knowledge and understanding in relation to the barriers faced by deaf and hard of hearing people people
• Work more effectively with deaf and hard of hearing colleagues providing a better working environment for them
• Be confident in working with deaf and hard of hearing people in other environments avoiding awkwardness
• Have some understanding of the types and causes of deafness
• Have an understanding of what “reasonable adjustments” you can make under the Equality Act 2010

You can park in the fee-paying car park opposite the building - Rodney Yard (WF1 1LQ) or 5 minutes walk down the street at George Street Car Park (WF1 1NE).

There is a limit of 25 people for this session but please contact us for more information and if Wakefield & District Society for Deaf People can add you to the list to attend if you are unable to book through eventbrite:

• Email: enquiries@wakefielddeaf.org.uk
• SMS/WhatsApp: 07760482372
• Telephone Number: 01924 375958