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Friday, 24 October 2014
Thursday, 23 October 2014
Deaf man who has set up his own business shows how Access to Work SHOULD work
There’s been a lot of negative stories about deaf people have struggled to gain support from the government’s Access to Work scheme, so here’s a story to remind everyone how the scheme is supposed to work, and how, when it does, deaf people can benefit from it.
A deaf man from Scunthorpe has been able to set up his own website design business, thanks to Access to Work.
The Scunthorpe Telegraph has reported how Shaun Fitzgerald (27) has always found his deafness a barrier to steady employment. Being given Access to Work has allowed him to pay for an interpreter, in order to communicate with clients and take part in meetings.
Cases such as Mr. Fitzgerald’s are an inarguable example of the positive effect successful Access To Work support can provide, and the huge difference it can make to a deaf person’s career prospects, when it’s provided properly.
Mr. Fitzgerald said; “I have set up my own business providing website design and development. “The grant from Access to Work has enabled me to do this because I had restrictions in communication previously. This money has helped pay for an interpreter.
“I am so happy, and it is a relief to be working because I never had this communication support before. I could never have afforded an interpreter while setting up a business.
“It is so much easier for people that can hear, and I think it is something that is taken for granted. Deaf people can’t just pick up the phone and call someone.”
Interpreter Darren Holt said; “I don’t get involved in the business itself, but it is great to see someone doing what they want to do without the barriers there.”
Mr. Fitzgerald continued; “I am no different to anyone else, apart from my ability to communicate. I want to be an example to other deaf people that they can do exactly the same things if they have the right access to communication.”
Read the full article here: http://www.scunthorpetelegraph.co.uk/m-road-success-thanks-interpreter/story-23070569-detail/story.html
Read more about ATW, and proposed changes, on Limping Chicken here: http://limpingchicken.com/tag/access-to-work/
By Emily Howlett. Emily is a Contributing Editor to this site. She is a profoundly Deaf actress, writer and teacher. Emily is co-director of PAD Productions and makes an awful lot of tea. And mess. She now has not one, but four grey eyebrow hairs. C’est la vie. She tweets as @ehowlett
Post from: http://limpingchicken.com/2014/10/21/deaf-news-deaf-man-who-sets-up-his-own-business-shows-how-access-to-work-should-work/
HAPPY DIWALI
Wishing you all a very Happy Diwali! All the best wishes, From all TERRA Consultancy staff.
Friday, 17 October 2014
Friday, 3 October 2014
EID MUBARAK!
Wishing you all
a very Happy
Eid Mubarak!
All the best wishes,
From TERRA Consultancy staff
a very Happy
Eid Mubarak!
All the best wishes,
From TERRA Consultancy staff
Friday, 26 September 2014
4TH DEAF CHRISTMAS BUSINESS SHOW 2014
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Saturday 6th December 2014
The Clerkenwell Centre ,
61 Lever Street, London EC1V 3AR
TICKETS ON SALE NOW
Yes, Christmas seems a long way away, but the shops will be selling presents, cards and decorations before you know it!
We are pleased to confirm that the 4th Deaf Christmas Business Show 2014 will be held on Saturday 6th December 2014, 6.00pm – 11.00pm in another fantastic new venue in Central London near Old Street. We again have an exciting programme planned that we are sure everyone will really enjoy and provide some positive energy to welcome in the New Year 2015!
Last year Mayoral candidate John Biggs came to open the event and gave a brilliant speech. This year we will have more great people giving informative presentations and sharing experiences, tips and advice about how to set up a business, gain sustainable employment or excel in current jobs.
The event is always a great opportunity to network and be motivated. We will set up fantastic entertainment including a DJ playing great music for those who like to dance and for the kids Father Christmas will be giving lovely presents suitable for different age groups. To keep up your energy, we will have lovely refreshments through an open buffet and bar serving a range of both soft and alcoholic drinks. Please visit our webhttp://www.consult-terra.com/index.php/business-show/deaf-christmas-business-show-2013 and click like Facebook pageshttps://www.facebook.com/DeafChristmasBusinessShow?ref=hl to see photos and comments on our previous Christmas events here. Also confirm your attendance at Facebook event at https://www.facebook.com/events/474448959352290/
As an early Christmas present, we are offering “early bird” discounts on tickets so you can save some money! See below and visit at to http://www.consult-terra.com/index.php/business-show/buy-ticket-online-2014 buy tickets.
TICKETS
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Early Bird until 25/08/14
AUG Bank Holiday
| 26/08/14 Until05/12/14 |
On the Door
Ticket Entry 06/12/14
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| VIP ADULT: |
£25
| £30 |
£35
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| VIP Children(age 12-16): |
£15
| £20 |
£25
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| VIP Children(age: 7-11): |
£5
| £10 |
£15
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Monday, 11 August 2014
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