Deaf Nation Symposium 1997
From: "Graham H. Turner" <g.h.turner@uclan.ac.uk>
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Subject: DEAF NATION SYMPOSIUM
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DEAF NATION SYMPOSIUM 1997
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WHEN?:
Wednesday 9th - 11th July 1997
WHERE?:
University of Central Lancashire, Preston, England. This modern
University is located in the heart of a historic market town, with
first class access via air (Manchester, Liverpool or Blackpool
airports), rail (under 3 hours from London Euston station) and road
(M6 motorway just minutes away). To the West are traditional seaside
resorts, the Isle of Man and the Irish Sea: to the North lies some of
England's finest scenery within the green, rolling countryside of the
Lake District. The main Symposium venue is the University's new,
purpose-built and excellently appointed Harrington Lecture Theatre.
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WHO FOR?:
The Symposium is of international scope, with keynote presenters
including those from France, the Netherlands and the United States of
America. It will address current terms of reference for
representation, service provision and scholarship in relation to Deaf
communities. This is an event for everyone involved in Deaf worlds,
including academics, community members, service professionals, policy
makers and the families of Deaf people.
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WHY?:
What gives a nation its status and position? Perhaps little more than
its ability to make lasting political decisions on important matters.
In many respects, Deaf communities do not enjoy such a position. They
must always negotiate their forward progress within broader social
frameworks. The Deaf nation is thus partly shaped by relationships
with the wider deaf community and with the population and government
of the country. Increasingly, too, Deaf people are taking their lead
from international sources.
So where stands the Deaf nation today? The profile of Deaf
communities has grown steadily over recent decades. The Deaf
Nation Symposium will offer fresh impetus and a dynamic,
contemporary cutting edge to discussion of issues affecting all Deaf
people. The programme will focus on the foundations for progress in
areas covering:
* Deaf politics - rights, advocacy and empowerment
* Deaf social affairs - languages, history and education
* Deaf community development - culture, arts, and media.
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WHAT?:
The Symposium aims to provide an exciting platform for bringing
together theoretical and practical contributions to generate bold new
ideas. Session themes will explore diverse dimensions of Deaf
perspectives, including:
* Informing the Deaf Nation
* Inspiring the Deaf Nation
* Projecting the Deaf Nation
* Representing the Deaf Nation
* Sustaining the Deaf Nation
* Portraying the Deaf Nation
* Developing the Deaf Nation
* Recognising the Deaf Nation
* Celebrating the Deaf Nation
The programme includes over 40 papers, workshops, panel discussions,
poster presentations and soapbox sessions, plus additional
exhibitions, displays, fringe meetings and social events.
Symposium policy is to provide maximum language access for all
participants using British Sign Language and English. A team of
top interpreters is in place for the event.
State-of-the-art speech-to-text facilities (live 'subtitling') will be
provided thanks to the generous support of the Royal National
Institute for Deaf People. A hearing aid loop system (supplied by
Sound Advantage plc) will be in use.
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WHO IS ON?:
In the 1990s, Deaf people are setting their own agenda for development
and change. This is reflected in the Symposium policy that all invited
presenters will be Deaf.
Key presenters:
* Doug Alker, London
* Benjamin Bahan, Gallaudet University, Washington DC
* Guy Bouchauveau, Academie de Langues des Signes, Paris
* Jeffrey McWhinney, British Deaf Association, London
* Johan Wesemann, European Union of the Deaf
Scheduled contributors include:
* Rachell Bastikar O'Neill, Tyne Tees Televison
* Mika Brojer, Royal Association in Aid of Deaf People
* Sabina Chowdry, London Borough of Newham Social Services
* Trudi Collier, East London & City Health Authority
* Marian Corker, Deafsearch
* Mal Crookes, Royal National Institute for Deaf People
* Craig Crowley, Cheshire Deaf Society
* Wendy Daunt, Derby Royal School for the Deaf
* Linda Day, University of Bristol
* John Denerley, Hexham & Newcastle Diocesan Service
for the Deaf
* Clark Denmark, University of Bristol
* Jenny Dodds, Read Hear/British Deaf News
* Roba Drewry, Freelance
* Frances Elton, Durham University/City University
* David Fowler, University of Central Lancashire
* Paula Garfield, Freelance
* Ann Goldfinch, Council for the Advancement of Communication
with Deaf People
* Mark Heaton, University of Central Lancashire
* Charles Herd, City Literary Centre for Deaf People, London
* Shirley Hofschroer, Freelance
* Sallie Holmes, Leeds Service for Deaf and Hearing Impaired
Students
* Kavita Kohli, London Borough of Newham Social Services
* Lilian Lawson, Royal National Institute for Deaf People
* Bob McCullough, Belfast Telegraph
* Fr. Peter McDonough, St Joseph's Deaf Centre, Manchester
* Melinda Napier, City Literary Centre for Deaf People, London
* Tessa Padden, Tyne Tees Television
* Michael Quinlan, London Deaf Access Project
* Paul Redfern, Deafworks
* Linda Richards, Royal National Institute for Deaf People
* Sharon Ridgeway, National Centre for Mental Health
and Deafness
* Sylvia Simmonds, Gloucestershire Deaf Association
* Ian Townsley, University of Wolverhampton
* Noel Traynor, University of Central Lancashire
* Keith Williams, British Deaf Association
* John Wilson, SHAPE, London
* Maureen Wood, Leeds Service for Deaf and Hearing Impaired
Students
* Ramon Woolfe, London Deaf Access Project/See Hear!
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HOW MUCH?:
The full Symposium Fee (9th - 11th July), including accommodation,
meals and all facilities is: #255.00 stlg + VAT. Concessionary rates
(20% off) are available where appropriate. Group discount - buy five
tickets, pay for four! If you wish to attend and have any questions,
please contact j.dugmore@uclan.ac.uk for details.
WILL YOU JOIN US?:
Please return the following details to:
John Dugmore,
University of Central Lancashire,
Faculty of CLASS,
Harris Building,
Preston, PR1 2HE
Tel: (01772) 893016 (voice)
(01772) 893092 (text - ask for Angela)
Fax: (01772) 892900
E-Mail: j.dugmore@uclan.ac.uk
Booking will be confirmed by letter, travel information will be
included. (Please note that VAT is charged at 17.5%.)
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Please make cheques (drawn on a UK bank) payable to CCL Ltd,
or give details of invoicing instructions. In the event of a booking
(including a telephone booking) being cancelled, a refund can be
issued up to ten working days prior to the event, but not thereafter.
Another delegate from the same institution may be substituted at any
time.
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