Sponsors — Deaf Day 2025
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SignVideo by Sorenson
Twenty years ago, SignVideo by Sorenson was founded by Jeff McWhinney, a well-known Deaf entrepreneur who fought tirelessly for equality of the Deaf and hearing communities. Our UK company introduced the videophone to the UK Deaf community, providing instant access to British Sign Language interpreting through video conferencing.
Today, SignVideo by Sorenson are a predominantly BSL-led organisation with a reputation for high quality, customer-focussed services and standards. Every day of the year, we are delivering BSL and ISL interpreting 24/7 for Deaf and Deafblind BSL users through VRS solutions commissioned by the public and private sectors in government, NHS, councils, banks, telecommunications providers, helplines and many other types of organisations across the UK.
Sorenson is one of the world’s leading interpreting providers with its renowned training programme and communication tools for Deaf and hard-of-hearing people. We combine patented technology with human centric services including in-person and over-video sign language and spoken language interpreting and translations. In a nutshell, Sorenson is the connective layer that connects people beyond words across the world. Join our global community today #ConnectBeyondWords
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Signwow
SignWow is a pioneering provider of Video Relay Services (VRS) and Video Remote Interpreting (VRI), dedicated to enhancing communication accessibility for Deaf and hard of hearing individuals. Our innovative platform connects users with qualified British Sign Language (BSL) interpreters via video, allowing seamless communication with hearing individuals in real-time. Whether it's for personal, educational, or business needs, SignWow ensures that every interaction is effective and inclusive.
We offer instant access to interpreting services through computers, tablets, and smartphones, making it easy for customers to engage wherever they are. Additionally, our commitment to empowering both individuals and organisations extends to tailored support, training, and resources that promote inclusivity. At SignWow, we strive to break down barriers and create connections, ensuring that everyone can communicate comfortably and confidently.
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SignLive
SignLive is transforming the way people communicate by providing on-demand, 24/7 British Sign Language (BSL) interpreting service. Whether at home, work, or on the go, our easy-to-use app and website give instant access to qualified, experienced interpreters, anytime, anywhere.
As the first service of its kind to offer round-the-clock interpreting, we are committed to innovation and improving access for the Deaf community. We support individuals to communicate smoothly in healthcare, personal matters, and everyday situations.
For businesses, we provide reliable interpreting for meetings, phone calls, and appointments, helping to create a more inclusive environment for Deaf employees and customers.
At SignLive, We break down communication barriers, making real-time conversations effortless. Our goal is to ensure that everyone, Deaf or hearing, can connect, collaborate, and thrive because we believe that conversations can transform lives.
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Amsaan Tours
Amsaan Accessible Tours specialises in Deaf-friendly travel experiences, offering guided tours in sign language. We create inclusive, unforgettable journeys for Deaf and hard-of-hearing travelers, ensuring seamless communication and accessibility. Explore the world with confidence and connection with Amsaan!
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RNID
We are RNID: the national charity supporting more than 18 million people in the UK who are deaf, have hearing loss or tinnitus.
Together, we will end the discrimination faced by our communities, help people hear better now and fund world-class research. Many areas of life are impacted by hearing loss, deafness and tinnitus. We want to see progress for our communities in four key areas:
Inclusion
Deaf people and those who have hearing loss and tinnitus should enjoy access to the same information, spaces and services as anyone else. That’s not the case right now. We’ll work to make life fully inclusive for our communities, and transform public understanding and attitudes in the process.
Health
Looking after your hearing health needs to be high on the national agenda. We want to make checking your hearing as much a part of daily life as having your eyes and teeth checked.
We will work with experts and our communities to improve audiology services, so that from the point people notice their hearing loss or tinnitus they find it easy to get the high quality healthcare, treatment and support they need. And we want to get rid of the barriers deaf people, and people with hearing loss and tinnitus, face in getting access to healthcare of all kinds.
Employment
12 million people of working age in the UK are deaf or have hearing loss. They are less likely to have a job than the rest of the population. When they are in employment, people face multiple barriers to succeeding in the workplace, mainly due to lack of support and awareness. We will work so that our communities have equal access to rewarding employment. We’ll help leaders understand how to successfully recruit people into their organisations, and support individuals to excel when they get there.
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City & Guilds
For over 140 years City & Guilds have worked with people, organisations and economies to help them identify and develop the skills they need to thrive. They understand the life changing link between skills development, social mobility, prosperity and success.
City & Guilds partner with customers to deliver work-based learning programmes that build competency, to support better prospects for people, organisations and wider society. They create flexible learning pathways that support lifelong employability, because they believe that people deserve the opportunity to (re)train and (re)learn again and again – gaining new skills at every stage of life, regardless of where they start.
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Signature
Signature is the leading awarding body for deaf communication and language qualifications in the UK. Since Signature became an independent organisation in 1982 to promote and teach British Sign Language (BSL), they have supported more than 500,000 people to learn British Sign Language.
They create qualifications that provide their learners with the skills they need to build successful careers. While as a charitable organisation, they work tirelessly to improve communication, by creating learning opportunities for every stage of life. All of their qualifications are accredited by The Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual) who regulates qualifications, examinations and assessments in England.
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City & Guilds
For over 140 years City & Guilds have worked with people, organisations and economies to help them identify and develop the skills they need to thrive. They understand the life changing link between skills development, social mobility, prosperity and success.
City & Guilds partner with customers to deliver work-based learning programmes that build competency, to support better prospects for people, organisations and wider society. They create flexible learning pathways that support lifelong employability, because they believe that people deserve the opportunity to (re)train and (re)learn again and again – gaining new skills at every stage of life, regardless of where they start.
Deaf Day 2025
Deaf Day is a free annual one-day event organised by City Lit’s Centre for Deaf Education.
Deaf Day is a celebration of Deaf culture, an opportunity to see old friends and make new friends and a forum to try something new.