Promoting and supporting British Sign Language (BSL) in Scotland. Member of WFD & EUD. Est 1890. #TakingBSLForward #BSLScotland
Glasgow, Scotland
Joined March 2018
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We would like to send our warm congratulations to our YAG members, Erin and Kristers, and @BDAYouth & @BDA_Deaf's skydiving fundraising team for their achievement with the skydiving yesterday!
If you would like to donate for their efforts - justgiving.com/campaign/next…
We are organising a fun and creative Pour Art workshop for Deaf BSL users aged 18+.
Come along and have fun to choose your favourite colours to pour them onto your choice of Father Christmas, Reindeer, or Tree.
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@Impact_Funding @scotgov
World Mental Health Day - 10 Oct 2026
In this video, BDA Scotland's James discussed with Abbie for her tips for the Deaf community on how to look after their mental health and wellbeing.
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@scotgov @IS_EqualityHR @InspiringSland @BSLScotAct2015
We were pleased to visit Ayrshire Society for Deaf again for a creative crafts workshop as part of the SIAL project.
We shared more ideas and tips with the members on using recycled materials for crafting, particularly with Christmas coming up.
@Impact_Funding @scotgov
we held a The Place of BSL in Education in Scotland event in Glasgow, with teachers of Deaf children and young people, representatives from @EdinburghUni and @hmiescotland, as well as Deaf young people.
@scotgov @IS_EqualityHR @InspiringSland
We received funding from the @scotgov to host a monthly BSL Blethers live stream on our & @BDA_Deaf Facebook pages and YouTube page which covers variety range of topics with Deaf community.
Our next BSL Blethers will be on Tue 20 Oct at 7pm.
@IS_EqualityHR @InspiringSland
BDA Scotland’s Deaf Roots & Pride (DRP)
Our DRP Officer visited a local primary school in Irvine, where Deaf young people from the school and other schools across Ayrshire came together to take part in BDA’s History and Life Skills workshops.
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Mural Art Glasgow Part 2 – BSL Tour
We will exploring the incredible mural art across the city of Glasgow on Monday, 21st September, at 10am.
This is for Deaf BSL users aged 18+.
Please contact [email protected].
@scotgov @IS_EqualityHR @InspiringSland
Deaf BSL users aged 18+
Join us for a Candle-Making workshop in Glasgow.
Spaces are limited, so please book before 17 Sep 2026.
Date: Tues 22 Sep 2026
Time: 11am – 1.30pm
Where: Braw Wee Craft, Central Chambers, 93 Hope Street, Glasgow, G2 6LD
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BDA Scotland’s DRP Transitions – Jock Young Award Winner 2026 – Secondary
Lilian interviewed our 2026 winner, Talija about the Jock Young Award.
Congratulations to Talija!
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YouTube: youtu.be/5MwsJ5wz5C0
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We received funding from the @scotgov to host a monthly BSL Blethers live stream on our & @BDA_Deaf Facebook pages and YouTube page which covers variety range of topics with Deaf community.
Our next BSL Blethers will be on Tue 8 Sep at 7pm.
@IS_EqualityHR @InspiringSland
We organised a visit to @cuppapug in Edinburgh for members of the Deaf community, creating a relaxed and welcoming environment where people could come together, meet the pug dogs, and connect with one another to reduce social isolation & loneliness.
@Impact_Funding @scotgov
Join us to celebrate the 136th anniversary of @BDA_Deaf alongside the 11-year milestone of the @BSLScotAct2015.
BSL: facebook.com/reel/1908250749…
To book: eventbrite.co.uk/e/glasgow-d…
Open Doors Day's website: doorsopendays.org.uk/
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Recently, we supported @NHS24 to visit Kirkcaldy to meet with the members to explain about their services and they received feedback about the access to the services.
@scotgov @IS_EqualityHR @InspiringSland
@BDA_Scot's Sally chats with Alice about her personal experience of feeling isolated and lonely. Several interesting points are raised in the conversation and the pair share some tips to reduce isolation and loneliness.
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Abbie, one of our Youth Advisory Group (YAG) members, chatted with George about his passion for different sports and how they influenced his journey in Deaf sports.
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@TNLComFund @RobertsonTrust
BDA Scotland interviewed a tenant who experienced a rent increase and faced communication barriers with his landlord.
Facebook: facebook.com/reel/1990080805…
@scotgov @IS_EqualityHR @InspiringSland
We received funding from the @scotgov to host a monthly BSL Blethers live stream on our & @BDA_Deaf Facebook pages and YouTube page which covers variety range of topics with Deaf community.
Our next BSL Blethers will be on Tue 21st June at 7pm.
@IS_EqualityHR @InspiringSland
