Absolutely agree with EIS that we need to make sure we have enough teachers to meet every child’s needs. Scotland has seen a massive fall in the number of Qualified Teachers of the Deaf - it’s time to turn that round, as part of making ASL rights a reality for every child.

Rhianne met with The ALLIANCE to take part in their GIRFEC Stories! She spoke about #ScottishChildrensHealthWeek, the work of our #HealthRightsDefenders and how we are bringing #MyHealthMyRights to life in schools. Read all about it here👉 alliance-scotland.org.uk/blog/case_stud…

Children’s Commissioner Nicola Killean warns @ScotGov's Programme for Government fails to address systemic problems in education, risking children’s rights & undermining its efforts to tackle child poverty. Statement: bit.ly/3Z5Pooy

Today @ScotGov presented its Programme for Government setting out its priorities for the coming parliamentary year. It is deeply disappointing that the Learning Disabilities, Autism and Neurodivergence Bill will not be introduced to parliament after two years of consultation(1/4)

Our CEO, Philip, recently participated in a meaningful panel discussion on parenthood BBCSeeHear As a deaf father raising deaf children, Philip shared his personal experiences and insights, highlighting the unique challenges and joys of parenting within the deaf community 👇

Tomorrow is #BeFriendly Friday for #ScottishChildrensHealthWeek! Do Children and Young People's Commissioner Scotland's 'Celebrating You' Activity & join in on a week dedicated to defending the #right of every child to the best possible health. Check out our #free Activity Book👉 childrenshealthscotland.org/events/scottis…

Delighted to be at the #ScottishChildrensHealthWeek Scottish Parliament reception organised by Children's Health Scotland Every child in Scotland now has the UNCRC right to the best possible health #MyHealthMyRights Take a look at the fantastic activity book for the week childrenshealthscotland.org/wp-content/upl…

Important parliamentary questions on #BSL in Scotland from Karen Adam MSP. #Deaf children and their parents tell us it's still often difficult to learn and use BSL - we need action now to deliver on the commitments made in the Scottish Government BSL National Plan: parliament.scot/chamber-and-co…

📢 Check out pages 10-11 in the latest Third Force News Magazine for crucial updates! Our CEO Emma Hutton 🧡🏳️‍⚧️ says: "A new Human Rights Bill is a must. Ministers must think again and reinstate it into their legislative agenda." 🔗 Read more: tfn.scot/magazine/septe…

We're pleased to see the publication of the Executive's PfG especially its focus on Better support for children & young people with special educational needs. Inclusive education for deaf children is crucial to securing a brighter future for all. executiveoffice-ni.gov.uk/news/programme…

Join us for a special presentation by Karli Dettman and John Smith as they explore deaf trauma and strategies for minimising it for future generations 🤝 📅 12 Sept 🕕 6pm-8pm 📍 in-person + online 🎟️ Free 👋 BSL interpreted More info (includes BSL) 👉 ow.ly/5slo50T2RI7

Deaf Friendly Swimming with Julie is back! 👇

People sometimes question the value of Scottish Parliament CPGs, but tonights’s Cross Party Group on #Deafness was excellent. Tough questions for the Health Minister on Audiology, good progress on 3 working groups led by MSPs, all well chaired by Colin Beattie & supported by The ALLIANCE

📢 Deaf orgs in Scotland are very concerned that the Education (Scotland) Bill doesn't include recognition of #BSL. Every #deaf child should be able to use and learn BSL in school if that’s what’s right for them. See our joint evidence to ScotParl Education here yourviews.parliament.scot/ecyp/education…

Llongyfarchiadau i Jane Hutt for retaining your Social Justice brief. The National Deaf Children's Society fully supports the calls for a #BSL Bill for Wales, and we hope to work with you to help make the Bill become a reality.

Do you know a young person with additional support needs who might be interested in working with the My Rights My Say team as a Young Advisor? Find out more or register to have the group leader, Susie, give you or the young person a call: forms.office.com/e/BRrCy7MgkE