We have been made aware of the following event which may be of interest to SWOAPG Members:
As part of the Deaf Health Wales project and the Natural Resources hub, Death Health Wales are hosting a free event for Outdoor Sector stakeholders in Brecon and would love to see you there!
The session will be a deaf BSL-led session (with BSL-English interpreters provided) aimed to:
- Educate attendees about deaf awareness and communication in outdoor settings
- Share inclusive resources and information to support deaf participation
- Round table discussion on what you could do to improve deaf access within your setting and identify needs from the sector
- Networking opportunity
The event poster is attached but in summary the details are:
- Tuesday 21st July 2026
- Arrival 9.30-10am,
- Session 10am-12.30pm
- Bannau Brycheiniog Visitor Centre, Libanus, Brecon, LD3 8ER
- Suitable for:
- Outdoor activity providers and instructors
- National outdoor/environment organisations and charities
- Physical activity organisations
- Light refreshments will be provided
Spaces are limited so make sure to sign up here: Deaf awareness for outdoor sector organisations – Deaf Health Wales. Please make us aware of any access or dietary requirements. BSL-English interpreters are booked for the event.