ENSLT

22/07/2026

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We had a productive and insightful discussion during ENSLT Forum Hub #3, focusing on the future of ENSLT's membership categories.

A sincere thank you to all European Network of Sign Language Teachers (ENSLT) members and Board members who joined the discussion and shared their ideas. Together, we explored how ENSLT can continue to grow and better support the sign language teaching community, including potential membership opportunities for national sign language associations, educational institutions, companies, and other organisations.

The ENSLT Board will now review the feedback, consider possible revisions, and prepare proposals for the ENSLT Triennial General Assembly, which will take place in Portugal in November 2026.

An online questionnaire will be launched soon to gather further views from former members, current members, and the wider sign language teaching community. Your feedback will play an important role in helping shape the future direction of ENSLT.

Thank you once again to everyone who gave their time and valuable contributions this evening. We look forward to continuing these important conversations at ENSLT Forum Hub #4.



In the first photo, we are introducing ourselves using our Sign Names in our own national sign languages.

Represented are participants from:

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It was a wonderful way to celebrate our linguistic and cultural diversity while bringing together sign language teachers from across Europe.

22/07/2026

Dear Members,

⏰ Reminder – Forum Hub #3

Our Zoom meeting is today.

Please check your email inbox for the Zoom meeting link and joining details.

We look forward to seeing you soon!

Have a lovely day! 😊

ENSLT Team

ENSLT Forum Hub #3 Zoom Meeting22 July 2026Members only.

17/07/2026

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Dear members,

The ENSLT Self-Nomination Form is now open.

Closing date: 1 September 2026.

https://youtu.be/LDzM2Jcm7yM?si=iKNQrTE86z3y15CL

09/07/2026

03/07/2026

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YouTube link 🔗 https://youtu.be/LiUDcEyD3eo?feature=shared

Dear Members,

Please save the date in your calendar for the Zoom meeting.

Forum Hub #3
Zoom meeting
22 July 2026
18:30–19:30 (London, UK)
19:30–20:30 (Prague)
20:30–21:30 (Bucharest)

Discussion: Should ENSLT open Individual Membership to members from non-EU and non-Council of Europe (47) countries from the ENSLT General Assembly on 26 November 2026 onwards?

Not yet an ENSLT member? It is not too late to apply for ENSLT membership.

You can join here: https://www.enslt.eu/members/

Have a lovely week.

02/07/2026

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ENSLT 11th Zoom Meeting

What a wonderful evening meeting with the ENSLT Board members via Zoom!

President: Sandra Duguid (United Kingdom)
Vice-President: Pepito Rueda (Spain)
Treasurer: Isabel Morais (Portugal)
Board Member: Uldis Ozols (Iceland)

The countdown is on for the ENSLT Triennial General Assembly (TGA) on 26 November 2026, alongside LESICO #5 – The International Conference of Sign Language Teachers, taking place in Lisbon, Portugal.

We look forward to welcoming everyone this November!

23/06/2026

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Are you teaching Sign Language in your national country?

If you would like to join the European Network of Sign Language Teachers (ENSLT) as an individual member, you are very welcome to apply through our online application form on the ENSLT website:

https://www.enslt.eu/members/

Please note that membership is active from 1 January to 31 December each year. Membership must be renewed annually, with the next renewal period beginning on 1 January 2027. A new online application form must be completed for each membership year.

If you are not interested in becoming a member at this time, you are welcome to support ENSLT by making a donation. The donation option can be found further down on the same webpage.

We hope to see you at the ENSLT Triennial General Assembly and LESICO #5 – The 5th International Conference of Sign Language Teachers in Lisbon, Portugal, in November 2026.

Thank you for your support.

Warm regards,

Sandra Duguid
President, European Network of Sign Language Teachers (ENSLT)

23/06/2026

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Sunday 14th June 2026

A big thank you to Tayside Deaf Hub (Dundee), Canton Core Company, and BSL trainer Clare Canton for inviting me to give a talk about my current role as President of The European Network of Sign Language Teachers (ENSLT) and my journey into sign language teaching and assessment.

I shared how an unplanned path led me to become a Sign Language teacher and assessor, and how my involvement grew from local, regional, and national levels to becoming a member and now President of ENSLT.

The enthusiastic group of participants included new beginners, experienced teachers, and retired Sign Language teachers from across Scotland. They attended the two training weeks in June and July, organised by Tayside Deaf Hub in partnership with Canton Core Company.

It was inspiring to see so much enthusiasm and commitment. Participants asked thoughtful and important questions about teacher training courses in Scotland and across the United Kingdom.

The event provided a valuable opportunity to meet, network, and exchange experiences. It was encouraging to see participants supporting one another, boosting confidence, and becoming role models for future generations of Sign Language teachers. I hope this experience inspires their continuing professional development (CPD) and encourages them to build connections across Scotland, the United Kingdom, Europe, and the wider world.

13/06/2026

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17/05/2026

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What a privilege to meet and get to know one of the board members of the World Federation of the Deaf.

Juan Angel De Gouveia
Venezuelan 🇻🇪

We are proud to be official partners with EUD as observers during the EUD General Assembly and Elections Day.

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