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  1. Welcome

    1. Introduce Yourself

      Introduce yourself to the community by telling us a little bit about yourself and your interest in British Sign Language.

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    2. Using this website

      Tips and advice for using this website.

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  2. Learning British Sign Language

    1. Why are you learning BSL?

      Why did you decide to learn British Sign Language?  Share your BSL story with the community.

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    2. What is the BSL sign for:

      Ask the community how to sign a certain word or to translate a sign that you do not know the meaning for.

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    3. Songs, Stories, Poems, & Nursery Rhymes

      Share Songs, Stories, Poems, & Nursery Rhymes in British Sign Language.

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    4. BSL Practice Zone

      Practice your BSL skills here with a short description or story and let other people give you feedback.

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    5. Courses & Evening Classes

      Share tips, information, and stories about your experiences of learning BSL.

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    6. BSL in Schools

      Discuss your thoughts and ideas for learning British Sign Language in schools.

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  3. General Discussion

    1. Job Vacancies

      Are you looking for, or are you offering, any BSL or related job vacancies?

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    2. Baby Sign Language, Signalong, Makaton

      Baby Sign Language, Signalong, and Makaton are communication systems that incorporate signs but are not the same as British Sign Language.  Signalong and Makaton are systems often used by people with communication difficulties. Use this topic to discuss these.

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    3. Current Events & News

      General discussion on current affairs issues and news.

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    4. Other

      For discussions that don't fit anywhere else.

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  • Latest Posts

    • remark.uk
      BSL LEVEL 1 - THURSDAY EVENINGS - Starting 5th March 2026 - CENTRAL LONDON

      By remark.uk · Posted

      Few spaces left on our next BSL Level 1 Evening course with Yatz   Starting in March 2026, for 18 weeks.   For more details, visit our website: http://www.remark.uk.com/.../level-1-thursday-eve-march-2026   Let’s start your BSL journey with Remark!  
    • Tayo
      Looking for BSL practice buddy

      By Tayo · Posted

      Hi all, my name is Tayo and learn something new every month to keep me busy in a less rigid way than my usual STEM job and after doing a psychology course I’d like to learn BSL. I started a week ago but then I realised I’d need someone to practice onlinewith to accelerate my learning and maybe just allow me practice more as I’m doing this mainly because I want to be that person in the room able to mediate if there’s ever need for it and make sure people in the non hearing community feel included, as it’s not something taught in school(I believe it should be).
    • Wendy Murphy
      Can we please get a left-handed fingerspelling test?

      By Wendy Murphy · Posted

      Hello Drift. I too am left-handed and have the same problem. Wendy
    • Wendy Murphy
      Sentence structure help!!

      By Wendy Murphy · Posted

      Hello Drift. I think we have met in the NW Deaf Cafe’ ?    This , I founded two years ago and after an unsure beginning it has grown to such a wonderfully happy place to be. As well as monthly Deaf Cafe’ we have monthly Deaf Pub (!)  and weekly conversation table. We have people with all sorts of BSL skills and those just learning in the free beginner’s classes in our local library. I enjoy leading these very much. From a neighbouring  village a few people came to visit our Deaf Cafe’ last year and  are now setting up their own . This is wonderful for the area where we find many people with hearing impairments are isolated. As no- one in this village currently signs , I am introducing them to the BSL basics and their enthusiasm is so rewarding. Such a great thing for a village to decide to do.   I too have a problem practising conversation though ; I have so much still to learn ! I returned to BSL many years after my first venture in 1992 when I passed the exam, now known as Level 1.  Good luck with your Level2 .   
    • Giorgia
      Why I joined

      By Giorgia · Posted

      Hello everyone, I'm Giorgia, I decided to start learning British Sign Language because I’m curious and genuinely care about connecting with people in more inclusive ways. Through my work, I support and train people from many different backgrounds, and learning BSL feels like a meaningful step to better support others and reduce barriers. I’m starting with a basic BSL course and I’m excited to learn and grow along the way.
    • Polly
      Why I joined

      By Polly · Posted

      Hi I'm Polly,  I learned very basic BSL when I was a childminder, and really enjoyed it. I currently work with the police and I am looking for a career change. The idea of becoming a BSL interpreter really appeals to me , but I am struggling to find the information I need. I understand the route to becoming an interpreter is long and costly and the accessibility for me in Lincolnshire is very limited. But any help anyone can give into how I can start my journey would be hugely appreciated.  Xx
    • Effie
      Why I joined?

      By Effie · Posted

      Hi, I'm Effie. I'm autistic. Sometimes, when I get particularly dysregulated, I find speech difficult. I'm also highly sensitive to noise and love the idea of being able to communicate silently. I've always been interested in signing, and finally decided to have a go at learning.
    • Drift
      Can we please get a left-handed fingerspelling test?

      By Drift · Posted

      This is a valid topic, I too am left handed and can't get above 21 on the speed test as those hands are not as I see my own hands!

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