England Athletics reveal resources to support deaf participants
England Athletics has produced some resources to help clubs and groups to attract and support deaf people in all forms of athletics. The two resources; Deaf Friendly Athletics and Providing Communication support have both been produced with support from the National Deaf Children’s Society and UK Deaf Sport.
The guidance on providing communication support also covers considerations for other impairment groups.
The resources cover information about what deafness is, communication, top tips for leaders and coaches, providing communication support, marketing sessions to deaf groups and BSL signs for Athletics. They aim to support clubs and groups to be more inclusive and to increase the number of deaf people taking part in athletics.
- Click here to visit the England Athletics page to download a copy of the Deaf Friendly Athletics Resource
- Click here to visit the England Athletics page to download the Providing Communication Support Guidance
These resources further support existing resources to help clubs become more inclusive which can be found on England Athletics' disability web pages and their commitment towards engaging more disabled people in the sport.
