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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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  1. The Reasons I Am Learning BSL

    By Kuzon,
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  2. The reasons I'm learning to sign

    By SpeachlessSlytherin007,   
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  3. The story behind me learning BSL

    By EleanorCharlotte,
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  4. The whys!

    By Amy Dennis,
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  5. This is me

    By IamLeah,
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  6. To encourage my son to learn BSL and for my own benefit

    By Minxichick,
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  7. To ensure that every student I teach will be able to access the learning

    By hannahmg1998,
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  8. To help me communicate more efficiently and out of interest

    By mtillouk,
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  9. To learn a new skill

    By Stace Howarth,
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  10. To teach my children because schools will not.

    By MeganG,
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  11. tsmith

    By taya,
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  12. University

    By Shanrybak02,
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  13. want to talk to my friend without having to use phone

    By keeleylove71,
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  14. Wgy BSL?

    By AliM,
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  15. Whole new world

    By Wendy Young,   
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  16. Whoops, already answered why in introduction post!

    By SammyÖ,
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  17. why

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  18. Why

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  19. Why :b

    By katien,
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  20. Why am I 16 year old boy learning sign?

    By Alexander,   
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  21. Why am I doing this

    By Charlotte Talbot,
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  22. Why am I doing this.....?

    By MikeFromLFE,
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  23. Why am I here?

    By Holly Armitage,
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  24. Why am I here?

    By Steve J,
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  25. Why am I leaning BSL?

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  • Posts

    • Anna879
      Hey there! learning BSL

      By Anna879 · Posted

       
    • GloZ
      BSL Interpreters Needed – London

      By GloZ · Posted

      We are looking for experienced BSL Interpreters to join an exciting long-term accessibility project for a leading global streaming platform. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to making film and television more accessible for the Deaf community by supporting the development of future BSL accessibility solutions across a wide range of entertainment content. Project Details Location: Recording studio in London (London-based candidates preferred) Timeline: Approximately August–December (5 months) Working hours: Studio sessions between 9:00 AM and 6:00 PM (BST) Commitment: Approximately 100 hours per participant Rate: USD $75/hour Please note: The recordings are intended for internal development and research purposes and will not be used directly as the final BSL interpretation presented to viewers. Requirements Native or highly proficient British Sign Language (BSL) interpreter. Comfortable contributing to an innovative accessibility initiative. Available to attend recording sessions in London. Willing to sign the project’s confidentiality and release agreements. If you’re passionate about improving accessibility and would like to contribute to the future of BSL accessibility for film and television, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now by registering through our scheduling portal and sharing your availability. If you have any questions, please contact us at [email protected] Thank you!
    • Stevie B
      Never Too Old To Learn...

      By Stevie B · Posted

      I work within a Learning Support Service in a College local to me. We occasionally get students with hearing impairments, and one or two have used BSL. Sheer frustration at not being able to communicate effectively with these students has led me to spend the Summer recess starting to learn BSL. I won't be expert by the time the students come back, but at least I might be able to have simple conversations with those who use BSL and develop my skills as I go along.
    • Fairy Ace
      I think we should all learn BSL

      By Fairy Ace · Posted

      I’m learning BSL online with the Introduction to BSL course. I’ve always wanted to learn it (I’ve known fingerspelling since my teens). But since the documentary with Rose Ayling-Ellis, and taking to a fundraiser at Manchester Victoria, I think everyone should learn BSL. Some of my relatives and friends are slightly hard of hearing, my voice isn’t loud, and it can be hard to communicate in noisy environments. I don’t want to be left with no way of communicating when I’m old. And I want to make spaces like church more inclusive. So, if anyone has resources for signing worship songs, that would be great!
    • Fairy Ace
      Peeping out

      By Fairy Ace · Posted

      Hi. Online learner with the Introduction to BSL course, tentatively peeping out at the world. I haven’t learned that much yet.
    • Teach Me Sign
      SEPTEMBER 2026 - New Courses Levels 1-6

      By Teach Me Sign · Posted

      Our next intake of students will be in September 2026. This will be for British Sign Language (BSL) Levels 1, 2, 3, 4 & 6. All courses are taught by deaf, native BSL users. Both online and face-to-face courses (Central London, SE1 6FE) available. For more details, see our website - https://www.teachmesign.co.uk - and if you would like further details about any of the courses, then please email [email protected] with your preferred start date so that they can send you the correct course information guide. We very much hope you will join us! 😊
    • DFM
      BSL Petition

      By DFM · Posted

      Someone close to me has begun a petition with Parliament so as to mandate deaf awareness training for all employees - breaking down the biggest communication barriers for all deaf individuals👇  https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/774848?fbclid=IwdGRleATW-jtwZG9mBWZkaWQWULffKrJsTECdE2gVBnPjfAJhAFCUbWV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkCjY2Mjg1NjgzNzkAAR4yokbkINDEuMMBavY997mwLeC3AgfMnXUuy50Os0Rv-EI2lsfv3acM0CLeBQ_aem_j77J9Izv5jBqeD4bOFE8lw&utm_id=97757_v0_s00_e0_tv2_a1demonuwg7mou A fair equal world and a world that allows a simple transaction of communication. Without deaf individuals feeling isolated when they’re shopping, or to feel pushed into making more of an effort simply just to talk.   In a dominantly hearing world, they are leading this change for the better. For what’s right. So please, help them fight! - sign the link, it takes one minute if that, have a read, the world is about to become a slightly better place. Even with your vote to make this greater difference. 🙏 🌍  🤟
    • EileenY
      Hi All

      By EileenY · Posted

      Hi All  My name is Eileen - I started my BSL journey a few weeks back with the intention simply to learn another language and be able to interact with the Deaf Community freely.
    • ChristinaO
      Hello from Christina

      By ChristinaO · Posted

      Hi my name is Christina, I am 17 years old and going into year 13. I have always wanted to learn sign language. I have never met anyone who was deaf but I knew a number of people who has communication difficulties or were extremely shy. I tried my best using symbols and things but I always had my heart set on learning an actual language. I think it is probably one of the coolest things someone can learn, and it should be taught across the UK in schools. I enjoy crocheting, reading, puzzles and music. I am also a huge Justin Bieber fan haha. I am very grateful to be taking the British Sign Level 1 course and I am excited for all that is to come
    • Adnan Ali12
      why am I learning BSL?

      By Adnan Ali12 · Posted

      Learning British Sign Language is such a rewarding and expressive journey! Exploring why people choose to learn BSL—whether to connect with the Deaf community, bridge communication gaps, learn a visually rich language, or embrace inclusivity—makes for an inspiring topic.Worth checking out for anyone curious about the beauty and importance of sign language!roulettino casino  

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