Upcoming Training

Deaf Inclusion Project

Understanding Domestic Abuse Training

We are offering this training to British Sign Language Interpreters that are working in Wales. The aim of this training is to build a solid understanding of the nature and scope of domestic abuse and it’s impact on those who experience it, providing the delegates with the confidence and knowledge to deal with the issues in their work setting.

Please find further information below. To book a space, please click on the date you want to book and follow the instructions on Eventbrite.

British Sign Language Interpreters and Translators

For British Sign Language interpreters and translators to enable them to fully understand key issues and be aware of every stage of the reporting and/or support process.

Learning Objectives:

  • Ability to define domestic abuse as sexual, physical, mental/emotional abuse and list of examples of each.
  • Appreciation and understanding of the impact of domestic abuse on those who experience it and how it affects their
    behaviour and choices.
  • Understanding of the main issues of providing a sensitive and appropriate service to women, children and young people experiencing domestic abuse.

Dates:

29th October 2024 – 13:00 – 16:30  

11th December 2024 – 13:00 – 16:30  

13th December 2024 – 9:30 – 13:00 

 

Leaflet: Understanding domestic Abuse for British Sign Language Interpreters.

 

Understanding Experiences and Effects of VAWDASV on Deaf Survivors Training

We are offering this training to practitioners working in the specialist VAWDASV sector and practitioners in the statutory sector in Wales.

Practitioners working in specialist VAWDASV sector

For specialist practitioners to have improved knowledge about the approach, skills, and resources necessary to provide a competent response to deaf survivors, including effective support and advocacy.

Learning objectives:

  • Develop an understanding of deafness and deaf culture.
  • Appreciate and understand the impacts and barriers of VAWDASV for deaf or hard of hearing survivors.
  • Strengthen their understanding of the main issues of providing a sensitive and appropriate service to deaf or hard of hearing survivors.

Dates:

12th November 2024 – 9:30 – 13:00 

6th January 2025 – 13:00 – 16:30 

14th January 2025 – 9:30 – 13:00 

30th January 2025 9:30 – 13:00 

18th February 2025 9:30 – 13:00 

 

Leaflet: Understanding experiences and effects of VAWDASV on deaf survivors for specialist practitioners/services

 

Practitioners in statutory services

For statutory services to have improved knowledge about the approach, skills, and resources necessary to provide a competent response to deaf survivors, including effective support and advocacy.

Learning objectives:

  • Develop an understanding of deafness and deaf culture.
  • Appreciate and understand the impacts and barriers of VAWDASV for deaf or hard of hearing survivors.
  • Strengthen their understanding of the main issues of providing a sensitive and appropriate service to deaf or hard of hearing survivors.

Dates:

26th February 2025 – 9:30 – 13:00 

18th March 2025 – 9:30 – 13:00 

2nd April 2025 – 9:30 – 13:00

10th April 2025 – 9:30 – 13:00

6th May 2025 – 13:00 – 16:30 

 

Leaflet:Understanding experiences and effects of VAWDASV on deaf survivors for practitioners in the statutory sector

 

 

British Sign Language Interpreters can be available in any of the above sessions. Please get in contact with us if you would like to discuss this.

 

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