BDA Scotland

Watch the powerful and heartfelt feedback from the Deaf community in the Glasgow leg of the @BDA_Deaf's recent dementia roadshow, sharing the emotional impact of @mjgrant_’s storytelling about her mother’s journey. Facebook: facebook.com/reel/146762699…

We have organised a visit to @PurrpleCatCafe to meet the cats, give them some treats, & to enjoy a relaxed & creative space to connect with others. The event is free for Deaf BSL users aged 18+. Limited spaces, so book early. BSL: facebook.com/reel/188061342… @Impact_Funding

📽️Watch the interview with @mjgrant_ as she shares her experience of travelling across Glasgow, Manchester, Derby and London for the Dementia Roadshow Facebook: facebook.com/reel/148829907… #DementiaRoadshowUK #DeafCommunity #BSL #DementiaAwareness

On Thurs 7th May 2026, there will be Scottish elections where Scottish residents will be voting for 2 MSPs: a constituency MSP and a regional MSP. @BDA_Deaf's James shares important information for Deaf community: facebook.com/reel/124680799… @IS_EqualityHR @InspiringSland @scotgov

@BDA_Deaf is working in partnership with @alzheimerssoc to launch an online Zoom discussion group: “BSL: Dementia in the Deaf Community” This session will provide a safe space for Deaf BSL users to come together, share experiences, and exchange information about dementia in BSL.

We had a riveting BSL Blethers discussion last night with Jen & Emma about Federation of Deaf People. If you would like to watch, please see the YouTube link: youtube.com/live/OVsYwjys5… @BDA_Deaf @InspiringSland @IS_EqualityHR @scotgov

Our Helen visited @HSFDeaf and worked with eight young people to explore mural art, all in BSL. The students each created their own artwork and showed fantastic creativity and focus. Facebook: facebook.com/BDAscotland/po… @scotcivictrust @IS_EqualityHR @InspiringSland @scotgov

We were delighted to welcome @mjgrant_ from the USA to our first dementia roadshow in Glasgow for the Deaf community. She received a warm Scottish welcome, filled with hugs, smiles, and plenty of photos. Facebook: facebook.com/BDAscotland/po… @BDA_Deaf

In this month's edition of Wee BSL Blethers, Abbie, one of our Youth Advisory Group (YAG), interviewed Gareth. He is telling us all about his experiences as an apprentice joiner. Facebook: facebook.com/reel/807425312… YouTube: youtu.be/gevzxr0V8Mw @TNLComFundScot @RobertsonTrust

We will have a BSL Blethers livestream on Tues 31 Mar at 7pm, with Jen & Emma to discuss about Federation of Deaf People (FDP). It will be live on our Facebook, @BDA_Deaf's Facebook & YouTube. @scotgov @IS_EqualityHR @InspiringSland @Impact_Funding

We were honoured to welcome the Scottish Minister for Equalities, @kaukabstewart MSP, to our office. During her visit, she was keen to learn more about the wonderful work we do to support the @scotgov & the @BSLScotAct2015. @IS_EqualityHR @InspiringSland @scotgov @BDA_Deaf

#SignLanguageWeek We organised a fun and creative Pour Art workshop for members of the Deaf community, providing a relaxed & welcoming space for people to come together. We would like to thank Splatter Art Studio staff for their warm welcome. @Impact_Funding @scotgov @BDA_Deaf

Our Sally was with the Deaf members of Falkirk Deaf Open Club to celebrate #SignLanguageWeek by dressing in Blue! We would like to show our gratitude & appreciation for the Deaf members & committee for their lovely celebration! @IS_EqualityHR @InspiringSland @scotgov @BDA_Deaf

Happy #SignLanguageWeek! To celebrate the week, we opened our doors to welcome our Deaf community to come & learn about the work we are doing in Scotland to support the community. It was a brilliant day seeing old & new faces. @IS_EqualityHR @InspiringSland @scotgov @BDA_Deaf

Happy #SignLanguageWeek2026! We held a meeting with representatives from public services across 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 to discuss their BSL Local Plans work. The participants shared ideas and tips with one another as part of the networking session. @IS_EqualityHR @InspiringSland @scotgov @BDA_Deaf

BDA Scotland & @womenslibrary hosted an event to celebrate Deaf women as part of International Women’s Day at the library’s Story Café. We had inspiring stories and personal journeys from Deaf women in-person and BSL videos. @IS_EqualityHR @InspiringSland @scotgov @BDA_Deaf

Our Helen visited @strochsec_dde to work with S2–S4 pupils to explore mural art. The students worked in groups to show great attention & creativity to share ideas for a mural they would like to see on a wall. @scotcivictrust @IS_EqualityHR @InspiringSland @scotgov @BDA_Deaf

Happy #SignLanguageWeek2026! BSL Mural Art Tour in Glasgow Our Helen led her first BSL mural art tour in Glasgow, delivered entirely in BSL. Twelve attendees explored ten incredible murals across the city. @scotcivictrust @IS_EqualityHR @InspiringSland @scotgov @BDA_Deaf

@BDA_Deaf is working in partnership with @alzheimerssoc to launch an online Zoom discussion group: “BSL: Dementia in the Deaf Community” This session will provide a safe space for members of the Deaf community to come together, share experiences, and exchange information in BSL.

We recently went to Ayrshire Society for the Deaf with a crafts workshop at their Deaf club in Kilmarnock. The workshop also played an important role in tackling social isolation & loneliness by providing a safe and welcoming space at the Deaf club. @Impact_Funding @scotgov