Over 90% of deaf children are born into hearing families. Whilst most young people grow up admiring family members, famous people and those that they learn about as heroes, many deaf children and young people have a very isolated journey. Many are not taught about deaf trail-blazers in community, those who have broken down barriers and reached the top, those who have paved the way for the next generation. Many will not even meet another deaf person until adulthood.
We address this directly by identifying individuals in the community who can be spotlit as Role Models. Many of these are not merely showcased, but work directly with our stakeholders showing the various paths open to them and the lessons that can be handed down, whether relating to education, career paths or just embracing deafhood and thriving.
Read about our Role Models that have appeared on our site.
If you would like to offer your time to serve as a Role Model, please get in touch. We will then identify which of our core areas of work you could support.
