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CommunityK CommunityK provides services to deaf, deafened, hard of hearing & hearing customers with an interest in deaf/hard of hearing issues. Kerry, Ireland. Mr.

Drop-In Centre in Tralee, Co. We were previously known as KDRC (Kerry Deaf Resource Centre CLG). Community K was formally known as Kerry Deaf Resource Centre (KDRC). KDRC is a company limited by guarantee with charitable status (Charity No: CHY20854). CommunityK is a designated service provider for deaf, deafened, hard of hearing & hearing adults with an interest in deaf & hard of hearing issues.

(Please note: We are not a membership organisation). Services are provided on a request & appointment basis. The Centre was set-up & is managed by our General Manager & Founder, Mr. Willie White who is a graduate of the Centre for Deaf Studies (Bristol University/ Trinity College). White is a registered qualified Irish Sign Language (ISL) interpreter. He is also known as a CODA (a child of deaf adults) as both his parents were deaf. Mr White is supported by a Board of Directors which compromises of a fellow CODA/ISL interpreter, a deaf professional colleague, a freelance ISL interpreter, and a long term hearing supporter. Our service is partly funded by the Health Service Executive (HSE) along with a combination of private donations via street & Church collections. Shortfalls in funding occur every year, hence the need for private donations & public collections. Income from fundraising activities are critical to covering overhead and admin costs of the service. Our Centre in Tralee is open:
Monday: 10am-1pm & 2-4pm. Tuesday: 10am-1pm & 2-4pm. Wednesday: 10am-1pm & 2-4pm. Thursday: 10am-1pm & 2-4pm. To avail of services, we recommend that customers make appointments in advance. Our service receives limited funding and as a result, we only have one full time employee and a small team of part time staff. Therefore, making an appointment enables us to run the service more efficiently and smoothly. A designated appointment is especially important if customers have specific communication requirements and/or specialised enquiries. Please note: Our service does not receive any funding for night time or weekend work. Outside of office hours, ISL users can contact the Sign Language Interpreting Service (SLIS) and Bridge Interpreting if they have medical or legal emergencies. In addition, our Centre closes for the month of August & for two weeks for Christmas for annual leave. If you would like to support our work, we accept donations at our postal address below. CommunityK, 4 Gas Terrace, Tralee, Co. Kerry, IRELAND. V92 Y409

Tel: 066 712 0399/ Text: 087 633 4687/
E-mail: [email protected]
https://www.facebook.com/CommunityKerry
Website: www.kerrydeaf.com

21/05/2026

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends and colleagues of Dominic McGreal, a huge advocate, supporter, author, campaigner in the deaf community here in Ireland. May Dominic rest in peace.

Great news from our friends and colleagues in Northern Ireland on the passing of the Sign Language Bill. Years of campai...
06/05/2026

Great news from our friends and colleagues in Northern Ireland on the passing of the Sign Language Bill. Years of campaigning have finally secured legal recognition of Irish Sign Language (ISL) and British Sign Language (BSL).

Well done and congratulations to everyone involved in the campaign.

The Irish Deaf Society warmly congratulates the Deaf community in Northern Ireland on the passing of the Sign Language Bill.

This is a historic moment for the recognition of both Irish Sign Language and British Sign Language in Northern Ireland.

This progress reflects many years of advocacy, community work and commitment from Deaf people, organisations, campaigners and supporters across Northern Ireland.

Recognition is important, but so too is practical access. We hope this Bill will lead to stronger access to public services, clearer responsibilities, and real improvements in everyday life for Deaf people.

Today belongs to the Deaf community in Northern Ireland. We send our congratulations and support on this important milestone.


British Deaf Association N. Ireland Gordon Lyons MLA Majella Mcateer Rebecca Mansell

06/05/2026

Looking for Mentor Trainers, Coda Mentors and Coda Mentees

30/04/2026

The Irish Deaf Society (IDS) are taking on the Kerry Camino Challenge, a 65km walk from Tralee to Di**le.

Have a look at their video for more info (Irish Sign Language, spoken English and subtitles).

The Ethiopia Deaf Project, an Irish registered charity is hosting an Afternoon Tea on the 13th of June from 1-4pm in the...
30/04/2026

The Ethiopia Deaf Project, an Irish registered charity is hosting an Afternoon Tea on the 13th of June from 1-4pm in the Quaker Meeting House in Cork.

The fundraiser will support the work of the Ambo Lazarist Deaf School in Ambo, Ethiopia. A fantastic school which we've had the privilege of visiting ourselves.

For more info on EDP & ALDS, go to https://www.edp-ambo.com/

28/04/2026

Job vacancy in RISLI (the Register of Irish Sign Language Interpreters).

For more info, see the video in ISL (Irish Sign Language) with subtitles.

A project from Northern Ireland called Paper Hearts is looking for support. Donations will help cover cast & crew, sign ...
27/04/2026

A project from Northern Ireland called Paper Hearts is looking for support. Donations will help cover cast & crew, sign language interpreters, filming locations, and more. Every donation, big or small, helps them to tell this important story.

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Help Bring 'Paper Hearts' to Life — Your Support Matters

This project is just getting started, and sharing helps so much in the early days. Even if you can't donate, a quick share can help it reach people who may be able to support.

'Paper Hearts' is a heartfelt story set in 1990s Belfast about connection, understanding, and seeing each other beyond words. With only 6.67% of the £7,000 goal raised so far, your support can make a real difference in bringing this meaningful film to life.

Please consider sharing or donating if this project speaks to you — every bit of support helps us reach more people who care about stories that foster understanding and inclusion.

Watch our video above to see the heart of this project. £1,000 already r… Sarah Spence needs your support for Paper Hearts - Help Bring this Story to Life

13/04/2026

ISL online parent focus group.

Wednesday 15th April, 6:00pm Where: [Online] _ISL interpretation will be provided to support accessibility._ REGISTER HERE: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=s-Fcb2jZiUaBpt7a8TpbEeYFavaOfrlPgaF1ayOmVmxUN0pCOVdDODFGVkZVMlAwMzFEUUJFODRBMy4u&route=shorturl More Info: https://ncca.ie/en/about-ncca/irish-sign-language-isl/ ___

The National Council for Curriculum and Assessment NCCA is developing a new Irish Sign Language (ISL) curriculum — and they want to hear directly from parents. This is a real opportunity to help shape how ISL is understood and taught in our schools, supporting inclusion, communication, and belonging for all children.

02/04/2026

Address

4 Gas Terrace
Tralee
V92Y409

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 1pm
2pm - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 1pm
2pm - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 1pm
2pm - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 1pm
2pm - 4pm

Telephone

+353667120399

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