Work Christmas Parties — How to include your deaf colleaguesChristmas is nearly upon us! It’s that time of year again — we are all making plans and the work Christmas party is definitely on the…Dec 10Dec 10
Deaf Awareness at the Poppy Factory: A Memorable VisitRecently, Deaf Umbrella had the pleasure of delivering a Deaf Awareness Training session at the renowned Poppy Factory — and what a…Nov 21Nov 21
Join Purple Tuesday: Support Disabled Customers and Boost Your BusinessAre you ready for Purple Tuesday? This is your call to action! Today, November 12th, join the movement to raise awareness and improve the…Nov 12Nov 12
How to Support Deaf Students in Your College: The Role of CSWs in Inclusive EducationAt Deaf Umbrella Ltd., we are thrilled to announce the release of our latest eBook, “How to Support Deaf Students in Your College: The Role…Nov 11Nov 11
How to hire Deaf candidatesAt Deaf Umbrella, we have seen firsthand the incredible value that Deaf employees bring to the workplace. Yet, many hiring managers and…Nov 11Nov 11
Invisible Disabilities are real and not yours to proveHave you ever heard of Invisible Disabilities? Just because you can’t see it, doesn’t mean it’s not real.Oct 23Oct 23
The Fight for Deaf Education: Hamilton Lodge’s Planned Closure and What It Means for Deaf ChildrenAs a CODA (Child of Deaf Adults), sign language is my first language. I grew up immersed in the Deaf community, witnessing first-hand the…Oct 22Oct 22
Listening fatigue in young Deaf children: Essential tips for educatorsSupporting Deaf children in education comes with unique challenges, including listening and concentration fatigue. This issue can hinder…Oct 8Oct 8
Why ‘Interpretator’ and other misnomers make Sign Language Interpreters facepalmSign language interpreters are crucial professionals who bridge the communication gap between deaf and hearing communities. Yet, despite…Sep 30Sep 30
Understanding Imposter Syndrome in BSL InterpretersAre you a BSL interpreter who often feels like you’re not good enough, despite your qualifications and experience? Do you fear being…Sep 16Sep 16
