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We are Deaf Unity, the charity preparing deaf people for success. We unite the deaf community to inform, support and empower.

We work to ensure deaf people can access effective practical tools, advice and services at critical stages throughout their lives.

20/08/2026

In July we had a fantastic Deaf Lives session on healthy eating from Scott Garthwaite (Punk Chef). We learnt a lot and got to try some tasty food too!

Our Deaf Lives project is finished now but watch this space for future projects 👀

And can you guess who our next Deaf Role Model of the month is?

07/08/2026

If you need something to do this summer, why not come along to our Deaf Unity Café to meet new people, socialise and practice BSL?

The next is on 21st August, from 6:30 pm at Royal Festival Hall, Southbank Centre.

All deaf and hearing BSL users and learners welcome ✨

29/07/2026

Join the Deaf Unity Board of Trustees as Treasurer 📣

Location: Remote
Commitment: 3-5 hours a month

Deaf Unity is seeking an experienced finance professional to oversee Deaf Unity’s financial operations, ensuring that the charity remains financially viable and complies with Charity Commission regulations and strong accounting practices at all times.

As Treasurer you will:
- Oversee the charity’s financial position
- Present budgets, management accounts and financial statements to the Board
- Help trustees understand financial information and advise on financial implications of the charity’s strategic plans

About you:
- Knowledge of bookkeeping and financial management (e.g. use of XERO, SAGE accounting packages)
- Experience of financial reporting, budgeting and risk management
- An understanding of (or willingness to learn about) charity accounting

For the full job description and to apply, visit - https://f.mtr.cool/glwxjsxcid

28/07/2026

Our Discover UCL Role Model Talk and Panel couldn’t go ahead without a wonderful chair. Our very own trustee, Paul Ntulila, will be chairing this event

Paul is a Senior Travel Advisor at Amsaan Accessible Tours and is passionate about accessible travel, deaf inclusion, and connecting with communities worldwide. Having travelled to more than 30 countries, he is committed to promoting equality, cultural exchange, and inclusive opportunities for deaf and disabled people.

Thank you, Paul, for chairing our panel and, as always, being a fantastic representative for Deaf Unity.

You can find out more about Paul and the role models here - https://deafunity.org/article_interview/meet-our-discover-ucl-deaf-role-models/

27/07/2026

Meet our Discover UCL Role Models!

Meet Max Fisher. Max is a multi-award winning disability and LGBTQIA+ activist, scientist, and author who was recognised in 2024 as the UK’s most influential disabled scientist. They work hard to be a role model for other marginalised people who are interested in science, and the future scientists of tomorrow.

Thank you, Max. We look forward to learning more about your experiences at the summer school!

You can find out more about Max and our other role models here - https://deafunity.org/article_interview/meet-our-discover-ucl-deaf-role-models/

23/07/2026

Meet our Discover UCL Role Models!

Meet Jephta Asamoah. Jephta is an AI solutions engineer at one of the UK’s largest FTSE100 companies. He studied Economics and Politics at the University of Leeds for 4 years, Having previously attended the UCL Deaf Summer School, he is delighted to return and share his experiences of university.

Thank you, Jephta. We look forward to learning more about your experiences at the summer school!

You can find out more about Jephta and our other role models here - https://deafunity.org/article_interview/meet-our-discover-ucl-deaf-role-models/

21/07/2026

Meet our Discover UCL Role Models!

Meet Kirsty Jade. Kirsty is a deaf professional, content creator, and advocate. She is currently the Services Manager at Manchester Deaf Centre and she holds a First Class degree in Deaf Studies and Education. Kirsty previously attended the UCL Deaf Summer School and is excited to return to share her journey and experiences.

Thank you, Kirsty, for being a role model and sharing your experiences with deaf students. We look forward to learning more at the summer school!

You can find out more about Kirsty and our other role models here - https://deafunity.org/?p=20633

17/07/2026

Meet our Discover UCL Role Models!

Over the next couple of weeks we'll be highlighting our role models for the Discover UCL summer school.

Meet Fatima Farhan, a Senior Clinical Scientist specialising in paediatric audiology, supporting deaf children and their families. After graduating with First Class Honours in Biomedical Sciences from the University of Southampton, she completed the Scientist Training Programme and an MSc in Neurosensory Sciences at the University of Manchester.

Thank you, Fatima, for being a role model and sharing your experiences with deaf students. We look forward to learning more at the summer school!

You can read more about Fatima and our other role models here - https://deafunity.org/article_interview/meet-our-discover-ucl-deaf-role-models/

15/07/2026

This summer, we're excited to be working in collaboration with UCL Access and Widening Participation and DCAL on the Discover UCL Summer school. The summer school is an exciting opportunity for year 11 and 12 students to discover more about university life.

We will be hosting a Deaf Role Model talk and Q&A panel for the prospective students. We will also be holding a focus group session for students to feedback on our work.

We have 4 wonderful role models that will be sharing their experiences in a talk and Q&A panel, hosted by our inspirational trustee Paul Ntulila. They are: Kirsty Jade, Fatima Farhan, Jephta Asamoah and Max Fisher.

Stay tuned to learn more about them over the next couple of weeks 👀

10/07/2026

Did you know about our Deaf Unity BSL café in London?

It's on the third Friday of every month at Southbank Centre, SE1 8XX, 6:30pm - 8:30pm. The next date is 17th July.

If you're a learner or fluent BSL user, come along to socialise and make friends! 🤗

You can also join our Facebook group to connect with attendees - https://f.mtr.cool/czzrgkxnbb

See you there! ✨

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