Take action in Southampton
Please help us to protect specialist support services for deaf children in Southampton
South Hampshire Deaf Children's Society campaigned to change this, with the support of NDCS. Due to their hard work and determination the council have now agreed to make extra specialist teaching hours available to Southampton’s deaf children.
Get in touch
It’s important for us to keep track of what’s happening in Southampton now extra support is in place.
Please let us know if you have noticed any changes to the level of service you are receiving or if there is anything else the local campaign should be aware of.
You can email NDCS at campaigns@ndcs.org.uk or call 0800 800 8880.
TopPetition
As part of the campaign, South Hampshire Deaf Children's Society petitioned Southampton city council to reverse their decision to cut a vital Teacher of the Deaf post.
They collected nearly 4,000 signatures, prompting a council debate about the issue. Parents also secured extensive media coverage, which helped them achieve their objectives.
Working with the media
As part of their successful campaign the local group worked with NDCS to share their stories with the media.
They got a lot of coverage, helping them to boost support for their petition and wider campaign. They were pleased to be able to highlight the importance of Teachers of the Deaf.
Please email campaigns@ndcs.org.uk to find out more about working with the media in your area.
Read more about Southampton's story here.
NDCS Helpline
Remember, if your family is directly affected by any of these issues the NDCS Helpline team are here to help.
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