Do you have sight loss and hearing loss, or are you a carer, family member or friend of someone who does? COME ALONG AND MEET US!! Following the successful campaign to have deafblindness recognised as a distinct disability and the Scottish Government’s adoption of the Nordic Definition, Deafblind Scotland is working to ensure the experiences of people living with combined sight and hearing loss help shape future support and services. As part of a Scotland-wide engagement

22nd- 28th of June 2026 The theme for Deafblind Awareness Week 2026 is See Hear Us, with the aim to emphasise that each person living with deafblindness has their own strengths, just like anyone else. We also want to use stories from the community to show how experiences of deafblindness can bring unique skills, abilities and capabilities which are often under recognised. We have multiple short talks which will be posted throughout the week which emphasise this. This year we

In June 2025, after much campaigning, Deafblindness was recognised as a distinct disability in Scotland. Now the Scottish Government policy guidance is being created, and we need your help. We will be gathering lived experiences from deafblind people, people at risk of deafblindness and their families across Scotland. Hearing your experiences will: Inform Scottish Government policy guidance Improve early identification Strengthen lifelong support pathways from birth to older

The Access to Elected Office Fund: Empowering Disabled Voices in Scotland ========================================================================== Standing for election can be a daunting task, especially for disabled individuals. The Access to Elected Office Fund is here to help! This fantastic initiative covers the additional disability-related costs that can make it harder for disabled people to run for office. Let’s dive into the details! Who Can Apply? -------------- Th

Deafblind Scotland has joined more than 200 third sector health and social care leaders in signing an open letter to the First Minister warning of the crisis facing our sector. The letter, published on 17 August, highlights the scale of the challenge: without urgent action, Scotland’s social care system risks collapse, with devastating consequences for disabled people, older people, families and the workforce. It also warns that this crisis will deepen existing inequalities a

Deafblind Scotland is thrilled to announce the opening of recruitment for our upcoming BSL Level 2 Course! This is an incredible opportunity for anyone eager to enhance their understanding and ability to communicate effectively in everyday situations. Let's dive into the details! Why Choose Our BSL Level 2 Course? This comprehensive 40-week course is designed specifically for learners who already possess a basic understanding of British Sign Language (BSL) and are ready to ta