Reposted by Dr Tyron Woolfeannjillings.bsky.social @annjillings.bsky.social · 26/06/2025Good point, my young man got turned down for a volunteering opportunity due to lack of funding for BSL support. Often volunteering is the only way to get valuable experience and learn transferable skills in order to get that first job. 011
Dr Tyron Woolfe @tyronwoolfe.bsky.social · 26/06/2025I wonder if anyone’s made the case in the UK re providing funding for deaf/disabled people to have full access and hence experience of volunteering opportunities? Access to Work is only for work as far as I know. And for many, volunteering leads to work opportunities. 100
Reposted by Dr Tyron WoolfeRebecca Mansell @beccytad.bsky.social · 05/06/2025The future starts with us✨ Join us for the BSL Conference and explore the power of language, culture, and community to shape the future we want to see. Secure your ticket now! bslconference.org.uk/tickets/ 011
Reposted by Dr Tyron WoolfeCandoco Dance Company @candocodance.bsky.social · 06/06/2025Head to onedanceuk.org to join the membership and access the full article! Book your tickets to the London Premiere of Over and Over (and over again) at Sadler's Wells East: www.sadlerswells.com/.../candoco-...onedanceuk.orgHome | One Dance UKOne Dance UK is dedicated to supporting everyone involved in dance in the UK through dance training, education, networking and more. Come and be part of a brighter tomorrow. 001
Reposted by Dr Tyron WoolfeCandoco Dance Company @candocodance.bsky.social · 06/06/2025This breathtaking shot of Maiya Leeke in Over and Over (and over again) graces the cover of the latest issue of 'One' - One Dance UK's Magazine. Inside, we delve into the making of the work and shine a light on how rest and wellbeing were thoughtfully woven into its creation. Photo: Hugo Glendinning 111
Reposted by Dr Tyron WoolfeMaartje De Meulder @mdemeulder.bsky.social · 19/05/2025It looks like the avatar and the BSL toggle have been removed since I posted. This is what it looked like. The avatar looks human and is based on real footage but what you’re seeing is a synthetic signer - with sign language generated by AI using a database of recorded signs. 242
Reposted by Dr Tyron WoolfeLinguischick @cocchino.bsky.social · 11/05/2025Another punch in the gut for grant funding. #HigherEd #ResearchFunding 032
Reposted by Dr Tyron WoolfeChristopher Stone @drcastone.bsky.social · 08/04/2025www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio...theguardian.comReunion review – this excellent British Sign Language thriller is an absolute revelationThe performances – including that of Rose Ayling-Ellis – are outstanding, while the way it switches between spoken and signed language is utterly seamless. It feels shocking that it's taken so long fo... 021
Reposted by Dr Tyron WoolfeDeafness, Cognition and Language Research Centre (DCAL) @dcal-ucl.bsky.social · 31/03/2025🚨 One month to go Are you deaf and interested in linguistics, psychology or cognitive neuroscience? Apply for a paid internship at DCAL, UCL – gain valuable experience at a world-leading research centre. Deadline: 30 April 2025 👉 www.ucl.ac.uk/pals/news/20... 024
Reposted by Dr Tyron WoolfeSara Nović @novicsara.bsky.social · 27/03/2025Thanks so much to @theguardian.com for having me, and especially @estelletang.bsky.social for her fastidious edits. www.theguardian.com/global/2025/...theguardian.comThe US right is coming for disabled people. Here’s why that threatens everyoneTrump’s administration is dismantling disability rights and education. History has shown this can be a warning sign for all civil liberties 514389
Reposted by Dr Tyron WoolfeCandoco Dance Company @candocodance.bsky.social · 26/03/2025We are looking for a new Head of Access and Equity who can lead on diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) - embedding inclusive practices, dynamic governance, and holistic approaches to access across the organisation. Apply by: 10 AM | 11 April 2025 🔗 candoco.co.uk/job/head-of-access-and-equity/candoco.co.ukWe are hiring!Join Candoco as Head of Access and Equity and lead the way in creating a more inclusive, accessible, and equitable world. Apply now! 021
Reposted by Dr Tyron WoolfeCandoco Dance Company @candocodance.bsky.social · 21/03/2025Our first preview of 'Over and Over (and over again)' was an absolute JOY! ❤ After a busy day of preparation, the excitement was palpable - especially with this being the first performance under Candoco’s new Co-Artistic Direction. Next - the Premiere! Tickets: candoco.co.uk/.../over-and... 201
Reposted by Dr Tyron WoolfeBritish Deaf Association @bda.org.uk · 20/03/2025Today at the Houses of Parliament, we’re inviting MPs to learn about BSL & Deaf culture. Later, for the first time, Parliament will debate BSL as a language, not just access to services. A major moment for BSL during #SLW2025. We look forward to real progress. 🔗 signlanguageweek.org.uk #SLW2025 093
Reposted by Dr Tyron WoolfeCandoco Dance Company @candocodance.bsky.social · 13/03/2025The preview of 'Over and Over (and over again) is in 1 WEEK! We're absolutely thrilled and can't wait to perform this work in front of a live audience. Book your performance tickets: candoco.co.uk/.../over-and...candoco.co.ukOver and Over (and over again) - CandocoExperience a beat-driven, joyful journey to the perfect rave with Candoco Dance Company and Dan Daw Creative Projects. 121
Reposted by Dr Tyron WoolfeCandoco Dance Company @candocodance.bsky.social · 14/03/2025We are really excited to share that we are now hiring for a fantastic new role: Head of Access & Equity! This role will work toward making Candoco a more inclusive and welcoming place, where everyone belongs. Click on the following link to find out more: candoco.co.uk/job/head-of-... 021
Reposted by Dr Tyron WoolfeDeafness, Cognition and Language Research Centre (DCAL) @dcal-ucl.bsky.social · 12/03/2025Want to know more about DCAL’s paid internship? Watch Lucy’s video to see her experience! 🌟 If you're deaf and interested in a one-week placement in research or professional services, find out more and apply by 30 April: www.ucl.ac.uk/pals/news/20... BSL Video: youtu.be/lwpNVAYD4MMyoutu.beLucy's Journey: Two Weeks at DCAL - Insights, Research, and Future AspirationsYouTube video by DCAL UCL 011
Dr Tyron Woolfe @tyronwoolfe.bsky.social · 12/03/2025In my project manager role for the @bda.org.uk voice and leadership project in London, getting out and engaging with groups like Dialogue Hub and numerous other groups is vital. 020
Reposted by Dr Tyron WoolfeDeafness, Cognition and Language Research Centre (DCAL) @dcal-ucl.bsky.social · 10/03/2025Are you a BSL user studying science at university? UCL is offering funded summer research placements! Join us to study reading in deaf children. Apply by 21st March: www.ucl.ac.uk/health/acade...ucl.ac.ukWellcome Biomedical Vacation ScholarshipsThe scholarships provide promising undergraduates from underrepresented groups with hands-on experience of research during the summer holidays with the aim of encouraging a career in research. 012
Reposted by Dr Tyron WoolfeDeafness, Cognition and Language Research Centre (DCAL) @dcal-ucl.bsky.social · 06/03/2025Professor Bencie Woll MBE shares her journey from a love of languages to leading BSL research in the UK. Her proudest achievement? Founding DCAL & championing deaf researchers. She remains dedicated to expanding opportunities in academia. 🎥 #AcademicSpotlightSeries youtu.be/S6iLX5n-qeYyoutu.beAcademic Spotlight Series | Professor Bencie Woll MBEYouTube video by DCAL UCL 064
Dr Tyron Woolfe @tyronwoolfe.bsky.social · 06/03/2025Looking fwd to #trustees away day with @candocodance.bsky.social in Sadler Wells Theatre East venue today. Sunny vibes too! 010
Reposted by Dr Tyron WoolfeAdam Schwarz @adamjschwarz.bsky.social · 28/02/2025It is not Zelensky and Ukraine that should be thanking the West. It is the West that should be thanking Zelensky and Ukraine. 743587765
Dr Tyron Woolfe @tyronwoolfe.bsky.social · 26/02/2025So pleased to have got a grant application of £257k confirmed yesterday. This, on top of a couple of other successes, takes me to approx £650k in my first year as part time Prospects Researcher and Grants Writer @bda.org.uk ! 031
Reposted by Dr Tyron WoolfeBritish Deaf Association @bda.org.uk · 19/02/2025🎉 Free Corporate BSL Lessons for Sign Language Week! 🎉 Learn BSL for your workplace with the BDA! 🙌 Join us 17–23 March 2025 & be part of our inclusivity push. Last year, 1,200 joined—let’s top that! Flexible slots available. Sign up: signlanguageweek.org.uk/company-bsl #SLW2025 #BlueOutForBSL 077
Reposted by Dr Tyron WoolfeHarriet Cannon @harrietcannon.bsky.social · 14/02/2025A year after the DSA changes and everything is going exactly as (we) predicted 🙄 BBC News - Northampton University student criticises DSA support - BBC News www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...bbc.co.ukNorthampton University student criticises DSA supportTilly Gerra requires support to study at university, but says she still faces 4146
Dr Tyron Woolfe @tyronwoolfe.bsky.social · 10/02/2025If, like me, you’re fed up with BBC subtitles getting worse and delayed please complain. www.bbc.co.uk/contact/comp...bbc.co.ukMake A Complaint | Contact the BBC 001
Dr Tyron Woolfe @tyronwoolfe.bsky.social · 08/02/2025www.change.org/p/improve-re... Do support this campaign to Improve Registration, Regulation & Oversight of Deafblind Interpreters/Communicator Guideschange.orgSign the PetitionImprove Registration, Regulation & Oversight of Deafblind Interpreters/Communicator Guides 055
Reposted by Dr Tyron WoolfeBronagh Byrne @profbronaghbyrne.bsky.social · 03/02/2025We are pleased to announce 2 exciting funded PhD studentships at the Centre for Children’s Rights. 1. Deaf children and young people’s rights shorturl.at/NL6lt 2. Developing a child-led measure of poverty: see here:https://shorturl.at/lzamB Application deadline for both is 31st March 2025.qub.ac.ukDeaf children and young people’s access to key supports and prov | Study | Queen's University Belfast 038
Reposted by Dr Tyron WoolfeMaartje De Meulder @mdemeulder.bsky.social · 27/01/2025@robinxtech.bsky.social @katta.bsky.social @ninakt.bsky.social and I are investigating the experiences of deaf users in Europe interacting with ChatGPT. If you’re deaf, live in Europe, and are using ChatGPT, please fill in our survey, and share! 🙏🏻 tuwien193.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_... 11817
Reposted by Dr Tyron WoolfeDeafness, Cognition and Language Research Centre (DCAL) @dcal-ucl.bsky.social · 21/01/2025NEEDED! Research assistants for spring data collection. Experience with deaf children & BSL? Want to grow your research skills? Apply by Fri 7th Feb! Mandatory in-person training: Tues 25th Feb. Questions? Email visualcr@ucl.ac.uk. #PaidJob #ResearchOpportunity www.youtube.com/watch?v=D30b...youtube.comPaid Research Assistant Opportunity – Deaf Children & BSLYouTube video by DCAL UCL 001
Reposted by Dr Tyron WoolfeChristopher Stone @drcastone.bsky.social · 21/01/2025Research post for BSL user - please share 001
Dr Tyron Woolfe @tyronwoolfe.bsky.social · 10/01/2025This was brilliant to look at. Infographics can do so much! Good stuff. 010
Reposted by Dr Tyron WoolfeJeminaNapier.bsky.social @jeminanapier.bsky.social · 10/01/2025Each chapter has a QR code to a summary of the chapter in the national sign language of the country. Here’s the introduction chapter in American Sign Language: youtu.be/EeEOWnC4G9M?...youtu.beSign Language Translation and Interpreting Education Two Decades on: An IntroductionYouTube video by Gallaudet University Press 041
Reposted by Dr Tyron WoolfeJeminaNapier.bsky.social @jeminanapier.bsky.social · 10/01/2025It’s arrived! Our book is now published & just got the hard copy. Proud of this work with my co-editors Robert Adam & Stacey Steen (Webb) featuring 22 chapters from different countries. 3276
Reposted by Dr Tyron WoolfeAlison @deaf.bsky.social · 31/12/2024It says Zoe on the list. This is Joel Kellhofer. 021
Reposted by Dr Tyron WoolfeLiam O’Dell (He/Him) @liamodell.com · 30/12/2024Congratulations to Wendy Daunt, Deaf Studies teacher at Derby’s Royal School for the Deaf, and Joel Castellvi-Kellhofer, of interpreting service SignWow, who have been honoured in the King’s New Year’s Honours list. Wendy’s been made an OBE, while Joel has been given an MBE.thegazette.co.uk 142
Reposted by Dr Tyron Woolfedeafsignecml.bsky.social @deafsignecml.bsky.social · 25/11/2024Hello BlueSky Friends! #DeafSign is a project funded by the European Centre for Modern Languages. The DeafSign project aims to promote #SignLanguage learning opportunities in #Europe. You can find out more here: youtu.be/6WDDC5RUAL8?...youtu.beECML project "Unlocking educational opportunities in sign languages in Europe"YouTube video by ecmlat 13211
Reposted by Dr Tyron WoolfeDeafness, Cognition and Language Research Centre (DCAL) @dcal-ucl.bsky.social · 13/12/2024📖 BSL comprehension & English reading skills are linked! Our study shows BSL vocabulary & grammar predict reading success. Findings to be published soon. Watch the BSL video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=HnBR...youtube.comLanguage Comprehension in Deaf ChildrenYouTube video by DCAL UCL 074
Dr Tyron Woolfe @tyronwoolfe.bsky.social · 08/12/2024@nationalexpress.bsky.social any logic why a coach ticket from Bristol to London Victoria (#040) costs £25 less than a coach via (#200) London Heathrow? Its same journey, seems really unfair? 010
Reposted by Dr Tyron WoolfePhilippa Wynne @mrswynne.bsky.social · 04/12/2024go.bsky.app/9w8hwQD Finally set up starter pack for deaf charities in UK so far so you can follow their content. Please DM if you need me to add any more here 1138
Reposted by Dr Tyron WoolfePaul 🧏🏻♂️ @banjosworld.bsky.social · 04/12/2024You have to be shitting me. Why didn't they just ask disabled people instead of getting children to role-play to discover accessibility issues? This is exactly what I am talking about when they will talk to anyone but disabled people and when they do, they don't take us seriously.castanet.netPeachland students help municipality discover accessibility shortfalls - Peachland NewsGrade 5 students helped a council committee discover where Peachland comes up short on accessibility. 143
Reposted by Dr Tyron WoolfePeter Stefanovic @peterstefanovic.bsky.social · 06/12/2024Reform UK leader Nigel Farage says the public want to leave the ECHR Let him know he’s wrong by sharing this widely 15220531838
Dr Tyron Woolfe @tyronwoolfe.bsky.social · 05/12/2024It is always nice to be appreciated, and #wellbeing is a vital part of working culture. Unexpected certificate of appreciation. All of my work colleagues received certificates too, proud for them. #Valued @bda.org.uk 040
Reposted by Dr Tyron WoolfeDr Audrey Cameron OBE CChem HonFRSC @aud2526.bsky.social · 29/11/2024PhD studentship opportunity! 👇 073
Reposted by Dr Tyron WoolfeAdam Schembri (ˈʃɛmbɹi/ˈʃkɛmbri) @adamcschembri.bsky.social · 27/11/2024While many of us have embraced Bluesky, it seems accessibility issues have been overlooked. Anyone know if @bsky.app are working on addressing this? 0162