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The people behind Deaf Spaces.

We are a small, deaf-led team. Everyone here uses British Sign Language every day, so you learn and get support from people who truly understand.

Robert Pritchard

Qualified BSL Teacher • Deaf Awareness Trainer • Deaf Advocate

Robert is a sixth generation Deaf person in his family, with BSL as his first language. Alongside this, he is a fully qualified BSL teacher, with many years of experience teaching BSL levels one to six for the awarding body Signature. He has also provided Deaf Awareness training all over the country for public sector organisations, including for the NHS, education bodies and for police forces.

Phone 07932 158848 Email bsl.deafspace@gmail.com

Janine Abrahams

Office Administrator · Customer Advisor

Janine is usually your first point of contact at Deaf Spaces. She is deaf and understands exactly what learners and families need. She helps you choose the right course, answers your questions and makes sure everyone feels welcome.

Phone 07434 773497 Text only Email bsl.deafspace@gmail.com

Fareen Ashraf BA (Hons)

HR and Officer Administrator · Deaf Advocate

Fareen is deaf and a passionate advocate for the deaf community. She looks after HR and administration, and supports deaf adults through advice and advocacy. Her goal is to make sure every person who comes to Deaf Spaces is treated with care and respect.

Phone 07932 158851 Text only Email deafspace.hr@gmail.com

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