Principle: We will increase BSL accessibility and inclusion at the University of Edinburgh. HTML Actions: The University will: Establish a centralised BSL/English interpreting service to facilitate communication and increase inclusion in an efficient and sustainable way – by developing a robust business case with the aim of establishing this provision for the University of Edinburgh’s staff, students and visitors. Encourage full participation of deaf and deafblind students in all aspects of university life, including academic, social, and extracurricular activities. Improve accessibility and ensure effective communication by increasing the use of BSL in our communications for staff and students. This includes providing BSL translations for important announcements, events, and other University communications to ensure that information is accessible to all. Continue to offer BSL awareness training to empower staff and students with the knowledge and skills needed to interact respectfully and inclusively with deaf and deafblind people, contributing to a more inclusive University community. Facilitate transition to university studies, including hosting regular Summer Schools with the other Edinburgh universities to build capacity through the EdSign partnership. Establish a Deaf and Deafblind Students Forum to support the representation and inclusion of the University’s deaf and deafblind student body. This article was published on 2024-10-29
