BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Deafblind UK - ECPv6.18.3.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://deafblind.org.uk X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Deafblind UK REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20210328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20211031T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20220327T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20221030T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20230326T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20231029T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20270328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20271031T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T150000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T160000 DTSTAMP:20260911T080422Z CREATED:20260911T080422Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T080422Z UID:10000748-1789657200-1789660800@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:Let's Talk Tech!' with Xrai Glass DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free\, virtual webinar with Deafblind UK and Xrai Glass! This event is on Thursday\, 17th September at 3pm.  \nWe are delighted to be joined by Xrai Glass who have developed an app which uses Augmented Reality to produce real-time captions. Packed with features such as language translation and AI assistance\, users can read the captions right in front of their eyes! \nThis virtual event will be held on Zoom. \nPlease click here to register online. \nYou can also call us on 0800 132320 or email digitalinclusion@deafblind.org.uk to book your free ticket. URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/lets-talk-tech-with-xrai-glass/ LOCATION:Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/techtalk-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Deafblind UK":MAILTO:info@deafblind.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260219T150000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260219T160000 DTSTAMP:20260116T155044Z CREATED:20260116T155044Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T155044Z UID:10000747-1771513200-1771516800@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:TalkTech Webinar – Hearing Products International DESCRIPTION:Hearing Products International Limited is the UK’s premium supplier of “own brand” hearing loops\, induction loop systems\, wireless television listeners\, voice amplifiers\, and home alert systems. Senior Sales Executive\, Stephen Roden\, has generously agreed to demonstrate the latest products developed to support people with hearing loss.\nRegistration link: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/2cqo3OIKT_yKtspbrg0jcQ  URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/talktech-webinar-hearing-products-international/ LOCATION:Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Untitled-design-6.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251120T150000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251120T160000 DTSTAMP:20250422T133258Z CREATED:20250422T133258Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T133258Z UID:10000457-1763650800-1763654400@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:Let's Talk Tech! With Taira Technology DESCRIPTION:Taira Technology is a family-run business that provides technology support to individuals with visual impairments or blindness. We are delighted to have Mo and Omar demonstrate their most recent products and give an overview of their current services and support.\n\nRegistration link: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/YAbh19LrQD69wEVt5N7kHA URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/lets-talk-tech-with-taira-technology/ LOCATION:Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Untitled-design-6.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250515T150000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250515T160000 DTSTAMP:20250422T133116Z CREATED:20250422T133116Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T133116Z UID:10000456-1747321200-1747324800@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:Let's Talk Tech! with Hearing Products International DESCRIPTION:Hearing Products International Limited is the UK’s premium supplier of “own brand” hearing loops\, induction loop systems\, wireless television listeners\, voice amplifiers\, and home alert systems. Senior Sales Executive\, Stephen Roden\, has generously agreed to demonstrate the latest products developed to support people with hearing loss. \nRegistration link: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/gBBQeyvjR3u_xjdx7Mf6qw  URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/lets-talk-tech-with-hearing-products-international/ LOCATION:Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Untitled-design-6.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250320T150000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250320T160000 DTSTAMP:20250116T141247Z CREATED:20250116T141247Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T141247Z UID:10000260-1742482800-1742486400@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:TalkTech Webinar – Humanware DESCRIPTION:Humanware are leaders in developing tactile innovative products that improve the lives of people living with vision loss and deafblindness. Join Chris Moreton to discover the latest range of inspiring technological solutions that include braille devices\, outdoor orientation assistants\, hand held magnifiers and portable text to speech readers. This will be a great session to attend! \nRegistration link: Let’s Talk Humanware Tech! – 20th March 2025 URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/talktech-webinar-humanware/ LOCATION:Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/xTalkTech500x281.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250417T150000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250417T160000 DTSTAMP:20241211T122400Z CREATED:20241202T140851Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T122400Z UID:10000127-1744902000-1744905600@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:TalkTech Webinar – VisionAid DESCRIPTION:TalkTech Webinar – VisionAid – Thursday\, 17th April 3:00pm – 4:00pm \nVisionAid is a family-run business specialising in low vision and blindness products. Product Manager\, Ellis Ellis has kindly agreed to provide a demonstration on VisionAid’s most interesting products and also give us a glimpse at any new devices on the market! \nSign up by following the Zoom link below. URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/talktech-webinar-visionaid/ LOCATION:Virtual event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250220T150000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250220T160000 DTSTAMP:20241211T124533Z CREATED:20241202T140631Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T124533Z UID:10000126-1740063600-1740067200@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:TalkTech Webinar – RealSAM DESCRIPTION:TalkTech Webinar – RealSAM – Thursday\, 20th February 3:00pm – 4:00pm \nRealSAM develop voice-controlled smartphones for people who are blind\, visually impaired\, or who would simply find it easier to operate technology by voice. Jake Coles has kindly agreed to showcase the latest RealSAM products\, including the RealSAM phone\, RealSAM Hub and RealSAM Pocket! \nRegister by using the Zoom link below. URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/talktech-webinar-realsam/ LOCATION:Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/xTalkTech500x281.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241003T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241003T170000 DTSTAMP:20240821T121508Z CREATED:20240807T122817Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T121508Z UID:10000101-1727947800-1727974800@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:Deafblind UK Conference DESCRIPTION: URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/deafblind-uk-conference/ LOCATION:Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/shutterstock_2472546847-Conference-image-people-connected-rainbow-doodle-DBUK-colours-2024.png ORGANIZER;CN="Deafblind UK":MAILTO:info@deafblind.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241114T150000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241114T160000 DTSTAMP:20240618T084623Z CREATED:20240618T084623Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240618T084623Z UID:10000100-1731596400-1731600000@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:TalkTech - Dolphin DESCRIPTION:TechTalk – Dolphin – Thursday\, 14th November 3:00pm – 4:00pm \nCalum Strong from Dolphin has kindly agreed to provide a demonstration on all things SuperNova – the Windows-based magnification and screen reader software suitable for all levels of deafblindness. Calum will show you how to use SuperNova in everyday scenarios\, from reading and communication to accessing information and entertainment! \nRegister by clicking here. URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/talktech-dolphin/ LOCATION:Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Untitled-design-6.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240723T150000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240723T160000 DTSTAMP:20240605T102022Z CREATED:20240605T102022Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T102022Z UID:10000098-1721746800-1721750400@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:TalkTech - Orbit Research DESCRIPTION:TechTalk – Orbit Research Tuesday\, 23rd July 3:00pm – 4:00pm \nOrbit Research develops and manufactures innovative and affordable products that enable independent lifestyles for people who are blind or visually impaired. \nVenkatesh Chari from Orbit Research has agreed to demonstrate their latest Braille readers\, magnifiers\, apps\, and more! \nClick here to register URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/talktech-orbit-research/ LOCATION:Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Untitled-design-6.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240612T150000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240612T160000 DTSTAMP:20240605T101820Z CREATED:20240605T101820Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T101820Z UID:10000097-1718204400-1718208000@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:TalkTech – RealSAM DESCRIPTION:TechTalk – RealSAM Wednesday\, 12th June 3pm – 4pm \nRealSAM develop voice-controlled smartphones for people who are blind\, visually impaired\, or who would simply find it easier to operate technology by voice. \nJake Coles has kindly agreed to showcase the latest RealSAM products\, including the RealSAM phone\, RealSAM Hub and RealSAM Pocket! \nClick here to register URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/talktech-realsam/ LOCATION:Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Untitled-design-6.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240905T150000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240905T160000 DTSTAMP:20240603T151448Z CREATED:20240603T151448Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T151448Z UID:10000096-1725548400-1725552000@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:TalkTech – Hearing Products International DESCRIPTION:TechTalk – Hering Products International Thursday\, 5th September 3:00pm – 4:00pm \nHearing Products International Limited is the UK’s premium supplier of “own brand” hearing loops\, induction loop systems\, wireless television listeners\, voice amplifiers\, and home alert systems. \nSenior Sales Executive\, Stephen Roden\, has generously agreed to demonstrate the latest products developed to support people with hearing loss. \nClick here to register. URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/talktech-hearing-products-international/ LOCATION:Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Untitled-design-6.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240822T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240822T150000 DTSTAMP:20240603T151031Z CREATED:20240603T151031Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T151031Z UID:10000095-1724335200-1724338800@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:TalkTech - HumanWare DESCRIPTION:TalkTech – HumanWare Thursday\, 22nd August 2:00pm – 3:00pm \nHumanWare is the global leader in assistive solutions for people living with sight loss. HumanWare aspires to improve the quality of life for customers by promoting literacy\, inclusion\, and accessibility. \nChris Moreton and Martin Roberts from HumanWare have graciously agreed to demonstrate their latest low vision and Braille products \nClick here to register. URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/talktech-humanware/ LOCATION:Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Untitled-design-6.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240624T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240624T150000 DTSTAMP:20240611T100441Z CREATED:20240521T122114Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240611T100441Z UID:10000094-1719237600-1719241200@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:Deafblindness and the Care Act 2014 – your legal responsibilities DESCRIPTION:Free webinar for local authorities!\n24th June 2024 | 2-3pm  \nJoin us during Deafblind Awareness Week to explore what the Care Act 2014 says about deafblindness\, what it requires local authorities to do and who is responsible for this. \nDuring this webinar we will hear from experts at Deafblind UK and LAWDIG\, both of whom represent specialist expertise in deafblindness. Throughout the webinar\, we will explore: \n\nThe inclusion of deafblindness as a unique disability within the Care Act\nThe statutory responsibilities around deafblindness that the Care Act places on Local Authorities\nHow LAWDIG is both a peer support network and a point of expertise which is sought out by Government\nExamples of how to meet the statutory obligations\n\nThis webinar is designed for all Local Authority senior leaders and is not limited to those with sensory responsibility. \nClick here to book your free place.  \n\nMeet the speakers\nLiz Duncan\, Deafblind UK \nLiz leads on Learning\, Research and Assessment for Deafblind UK and has worked in the Deafblind sector for over 30 years. She has been involved with the certificate and Diploma in Deafblind Studies since its inception. Liz was a member of the Deafblind Guidance task force\, advising the Department of Health and Social Care on the development of both the Guidance issued in 2004 and the updated guidance\, which was incorporated into the Care Act 2014. \nDr Peter Simcock\, Birmingham City University \nPeter is Associate Professor of Social Work at Birmingham City University and Course Lead for the Certificate and Diploma in Professional Studies (Deafblind Studies) programmes. He has published widely in the field of deafblindness\, and has academic qualifications in law\, social work\, and gerontology.  Peter is the Chair of the Deafblind International Acquired Deafblindness Network (ADBN) and an Ambassador for Deafblind UK. Prior to working in academia\, he was a specialist social worker for d/Deaf and deafblind people. \nJo Brady\, Thurrock Council \nJo is a senior Social Worker who has worked for Thurrock Council for the last 28 years. She has worked in the sensory service since 2012 and qualified as a deafblind assessor in 2017.  Since 2014\, Jo\, alongside her Thurrock colleague\, Tracey Osbourne\, have co-chaired and organised LAWDIG. During their tenure\, they have actively been involved in increasing membership across local authorities in England and Wales and been instrumental in promoting peer support within the network.  In addition\, LAWDIG has successfully raised awareness of deafblind issues by launching an e-book in the UK Parliament in 2019 and in 2024 will be giving evidence to the BSL health and Social Care board with a goal of influencing legal frameworks. Jo and Tracey co-edit the publication for the international Acquired Deafblind Network. \nTracey Osbourne\, Thurrock Council \nTracey qualified as a rehabilitation worker\, graduating from Birmingham City University in 2008 and joining Thurrock Sensory Service in 2013. She received a certificate of deafblind studies in 2016 and completed the diploma in 2017. Further to this\, Tracey chairs LAWDIG alongside Jo Brady\, bringing together professionals from all over the UK. Tracey is jointly responsible for editing the Acquired Deafblindness Network (ADBN) newsletter. \nStella Kamangirira\, Enabled Living Healthcare   \nStella is a Senior Practitioner for Dual Sensory loss at Enabled Living in Newham. She is currently the interim manager of the Sensory Team. Stella is a qualified Deafblind Specialist\, Orientation and Mobility Specialist\, a qualified teacher for the Visually Impaired\, a Braille Teacher and Level 1 BSL signer. She has been working in the field of Sensory Impairment over 30 years. \nCatherine Thurbin\, Oxfordshire County Council \nCatherine joined Oxfordshire County Council in 2001 as a qualified social worker in the sensory impairment team.  In 2008 she qualified as a deafblind specialist through completion of the diploma in deafblind studies.  In 2014\, Catherine passed the NVQ level 3/4 BSL course. She is passionate about her role as Deafblind Lead and feels so lucky to say she loves her job!  She is also a Best Interest Assessor having completed the graduate certificate in professional practice. \nBernadette Wakeling London Borough of Barking & Dagenham \nBernadette is a Dual Sensory Worker and works with adults who have a sight and/or hearing loss with ages ranging from 18 to 107! She has the pleasure of meeting people from all walks of life with varying degrees of ready-made life skills and autonomy that impacts on the challenges people face. \nBernadette’s role is to identify and meet the needs of people with combined sight and hearing loss. She does this through various projects and events\, groups\, drop-in services\, referrals\, signposting\, and service interventions. \n\nClick here to book your place!  \n\n  URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/deafblindness-and-the-care-act-2014-your-legal-responsibilities/ LOCATION:Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Event-graphic_-Deafblindness-and-the-Care-Act-2014-logos-3.png ORGANIZER;CN="Deafblind UK":MAILTO:info@deafblind.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240306T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240306T140000 DTSTAMP:20240103T120729Z CREATED:20240103T120729Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240103T120729Z UID:10000091-1709730000-1709733600@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:TechTalk – Synapptic DESCRIPTION:Synapptic specialises in screen reading software to support people with sight loss. Adrian from Synapptic will go through the use of Snyapptic on various devices to carry out every day activities. \nThis is a virtual event hosted on Zoom. Find the link below. URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/techtalk-synapptic/ LOCATION:Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Untitled-design-6.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240208T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240208T140000 DTSTAMP:20231212T151507Z CREATED:20231130T150750Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231212T151507Z UID:10000090-1707397200-1707400800@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:TalkTech – Dolphin DESCRIPTION:Oliver Crane from Dolphin has kindly agreed to provide a demonstration on all things GuideConnect – the Windows based magnification and screen reader software suitable for all levels of deafblindness. Oliver will show you how to use GuideConnect in every day scenarios\, from reading an email to using your TV! \nSign up by following the Zoom link below. URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/techtalk-dolphin/ LOCATION:Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Untitled-design-6.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240111T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240111T140000 DTSTAMP:20231212T151542Z CREATED:20231130T150645Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231212T151542Z UID:10000089-1704978000-1704981600@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:TalkTech – VisionAid DESCRIPTION:VisionAid is a family-run business specialising in low vision and blindness products. Product Manager\, Ellis Ellis has kindly agreed to provide a demonstration on VisionAid’s most interesting products and also give us a glimpse at any new devices on the market! \nSign up by following the Zoom link below. URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/techtalk-visionaid/ LOCATION:Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Untitled-design-6.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231005 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231006 DTSTAMP:20230523T145820Z CREATED:20230516T133624Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230523T145820Z UID:10000084-1696464000-1696550399@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:Deafblind Conference 2023 DESCRIPTION: URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/deafblind-conference-2023/ LOCATION:Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/DB-Con-logo-2023-purple.png ORGANIZER;CN="Deafblind UK":MAILTO:info@deafblind.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230914T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230914T140000 DTSTAMP:20230502T105151Z CREATED:20230502T105151Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230502T105151Z UID:10000083-1694689200-1694700000@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:TechTalk webinar: Xrai Glass DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free\, virtual webinar with Deafblind UK and Xrai Glass! This event is on the 14th September 2023\, from 11am until 12pm. \nPlease click here to register online. \nYou can also call us on 0800 132320 or email digitalinclusion@deafblind.org.uk to book your free ticket. \nThis virtual event will be held on Zoom. \n  \nAbout\nWe are delighted to be joined by Jacqui Press- Chief Brand Officer for XRAI Glass  – an app that’s uses Augmented reality to turn speech into captions in real time. Packed with features such as language translation and AI assistance\, XRAI Glass have also partnered with nReal Augmented reality glasses. When the app is paired to the glasses\, the user can experience the captions in 3D right in front of their eyes. Amazing! URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/techtalk-webinar-xrai-glass/ LOCATION:Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/TalkTech-graphic.png ORGANIZER;CN="Deafblind UK":MAILTO:info@deafblind.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230720T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230720T140000 DTSTAMP:20230502T105736Z CREATED:20230502T104543Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230502T105736Z UID:10000082-1689850800-1689861600@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:TechTalk webinar: Dolphin Software DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free\, virtual webinar with Deafblind UK and Dolphin Software! This event is on the 20th July 2023\, from 11am until 12pm. \nPlease click here to register online. \nYou can also call us on 0800 132320 or email digitalinclusion@deafblind.org.uk to book your free ticket. \nThis virtual event will be held on Zoom. \n  \nAbout\nDave Salisbury is no stranger to our TechTalk webinar series. We look forward to getting an overview on their latest and popular range of specialist software solutions for those living with low vision and blindness. Welcome back Dave! URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/techtalk-webinar-dolphin-software/ LOCATION:Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/TalkTech-graphic.png ORGANIZER;CN="Deafblind UK":MAILTO:info@deafblind.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230622T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230622T120000 DTSTAMP:20230417T120819Z CREATED:20230417T120819Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230417T120819Z UID:10000081-1687431600-1687435200@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:TechTalk webinar: GetSafeOnline DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free\, virtual webinar with Deafblind UK and GetSafeOnline! This event is on the 22nd June 2023\, from 11am until 12pm. \nPlease click here to register online. \nYou can also call us on 0800 132320 or email digitalinclusion@deafblind.org.uk to book your free ticket. \nThis virtual event will be held on Zoom. \n  \nAbout\nPaul Bayer is the Senior Online Safety Advisor at Get Safe Online – one of the UK’s leading sources of practical advice to protecting yourself with everything you do online. From how to protect your mobile devices and PC’s to shopping online and using social media safely\, this session will be packed with updated tips and guidance to making us all more cyber aware. We hope you can join Paul in what will be an invaluable session. URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/techtalk-webinar-getsafeonline/ LOCATION:Virtual event CATEGORIES:General ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/TalkTech-graphic.png ORGANIZER;CN="Deafblind UK":MAILTO:info@deafblind.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230518T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230518T120000 DTSTAMP:20230417T120848Z CREATED:20230417T120334Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230417T120848Z UID:10000080-1684407600-1684411200@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:TechTalk webinar: Humanware DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free\, virtual webinar with Deafblind UK and Humanware! This event is on the 18th May 2023\, from 11am until 12pm. \nPlease click here to register online. \nYou can also call us on 0800 132320 or email digitalinclusion@deafblind.org.uk to book your free ticket. \nThis virtual event will be held on Zoom. \n  \nAbout\nHumanware are leaders in developing tactile innovative products that improve the lives of people living with vision loss and deafblindness. Join Chris Moreton to discover the latest range of inspiring technological solutions that include braille devices\, outdoor orientation assistants\, hand held magnifiers and portable text to speech readers. This will be a great session to attend! URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/techtalk-webinar-humanware/ LOCATION:Virtual event CATEGORIES:General ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/TalkTech-graphic.png ORGANIZER;CN="Deafblind UK":MAILTO:info@deafblind.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230427T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230427T120000 DTSTAMP:20230417T075018Z CREATED:20230417T075018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230417T075018Z UID:10000079-1682593200-1682596800@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:TechTalk webinar: VisionAid DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free\, virtual webinar with Deafblind UK and VisionAid! This event is on the 27th April 2023\, from 11am until 12pm. \nPlease click here to register online. \nYou can also call us on 0800 132320 or email digitalinclusion@deafblind.org.uk to book your free ticket. \nThis virtual event will be held on Zoom. \nAbout\nVisionAid are a friendly\, family run business that specialise in finding the best individual solutions from a wide range of accessible technology that they offer. They will be on hand to talk us through a selection of these latest offerings – including: digital magnifiers\, solutions from the emerging world of wearables\, popular mobile phones devices and the latest handheld media players. It’s great to have them back! URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/techtalk-webinar-visionaid/ LOCATION:Virtual event CATEGORIES:General ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/TalkTech-graphic.png ORGANIZER;CN="Deafblind UK":MAILTO:info@deafblind.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221022 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221023 DTSTAMP:20220929T115910Z CREATED:20220929T114605Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220929T115910Z UID:10000078-1666396800-1666483199@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:World Gaming Day 2022 DESCRIPTION:Join Deafblind UK for World Gaming Day 2022! \nAre you a dab hand at Mario Kart? Or is Scrabble more your thing? \nWhatever your choice of game we’d like you to host your own World Gaming Day on Saturday 22nd October to raise money for Deafblind UK. Invite your friends\, play your favourite games and encourage them to donate to your page. Just click here to get started. \n  URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/world-gaming-day-2022/ LOCATION:Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Banner-Image-4.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221006T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221006T170000 DTSTAMP:20220606T110916Z CREATED:20220407T112317Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220606T110916Z UID:10000072-1665046800-1665075600@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:Deafblind Convention: Embracing Change DESCRIPTION:The hugely popular Deafblind Convention is back and bigger than ever! We will be joined by world class speakers who will focus on the topic of ‘Embracing Change’. \nDeafblindness brings constant change; it’s an ever-evolving cycle and those who live with it have to manage\, cope and adapt. Change is everywhere\, from changing the way you do everyday tasks to learning new skills and communication methods and facing a global pandemic. \nThis event will explore how deafblindness forces us to change and how a changing world impacts deafblindness. \nThis is an online event\, meaning you can join us for as much or as little as you like\, all from the comfort of your own home. \nBSL interpreters\, lipspeakers and captions will be available at all talks on the day. \n  \nTo register your interest in this event\, please complete this form and we will contact you closer to the time! \n\n\n \n \n Step 1 of 2\n \n \n 50%\n \n \n EmailThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Title(Required)Please selectMrMissMrsMsMxDrOtherFirst name(Required)Surname(Required)Please tell us your title(Required)Email address(Required)\n \n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n By submitting this form\, you consent to be contacted by email for the purpose of attending the Deafblind UK conference. 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Find out more today about joining in with our next Zoom call! \nOur groups take place fortnightly on Tuesdays at 2pm. Along with a friendly chat with other BSL users\, you can enjoy guest speakers covering a wide range of topics from online safety to fitness and nutrition! \nThe next sessions take place on: \n\n14th June\n28th June\n12th July\n26th July\n9th Aug\n23rd Aug\n6th Sept\n20th September\n4th October\n18th October\n\nTo find out more and book your space at our next group please email: groups@deafblind.org.uk. \nWe look forward to welcoming you soon! URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/fortnightly-online-bsl-group/ LOCATION:Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/surface-HJgaV1qjHS0-unsplash-1-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Deafblind UK":MAILTO:info@deafblind.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220421T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220421T120000 DTSTAMP:20211216T143735Z CREATED:20211216T143735Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211216T143735Z UID:10000070-1650538800-1650542400@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:TalkTech: BrightSign Glove DESCRIPTION:Our free TalkTech webinars showcase some of the most advanced technology on the market for people who have sight and hearing loss. The webinars are led by Tim Locke\, our Digital Inclusion Manager\, and he will introduce you to some of our trusted partners. \nThe BrightSign glove translates any sign language into speech – even your own! Hadeel Ayoub is the company founder and Erhan Uckun is Director of Business development for BrightSign. We are really looking forward to hearing more from them about this latest innovation and how its companion app can give access to other features such as different voice choices\, real time language translation and supporting text output. A great session to look forward too! \nTo book your place\, either: \nClick here to book online\nCall us on 0800 132320\nEmail: info@deafblind.org.uk. \nIf you need support to use Zoom please contact our helpline on 0800 132 320 or email: digitalinclusion@deafblind.org.uk. URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/talktech-brightsign-glove/ LOCATION:Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/TalkTech-graphic.png ORGANIZER;CN="Deafblind UK":MAILTO:info@deafblind.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220310T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220310T120000 DTSTAMP:20211216T143520Z CREATED:20211216T143520Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211216T143520Z UID:10000069-1646910000-1646913600@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:TalkTech: RNIB Technology for Life Team DESCRIPTION:Our free TalkTech webinars showcase some of the most advanced technology on the market for people who have sight and hearing loss. The webinars are led by Tim Locke\, our Digital Inclusion Manager\, and he will introduce you to some of our trusted partners. \nToday we welcome back Mo and Mark from the RNIB Technology for Life Team. As always they are keen to share their latest technological developments that we can all benefit from in our daily lives. We warmly invite them back! \nTo book your place\, either: \nClick here to book online\nCall us on 0800 132320\nEmail: info@deafblind.org.uk. \nIf you need support to use Zoom please contact our helpline on 0800 132 320 or email: digitalinclusion@deafblind.org.uk. URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/talktech-rnib-technology-for-life-team/ LOCATION:Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/TalkTech-graphic.png ORGANIZER;CN="Deafblind UK":MAILTO:info@deafblind.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220210T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220210T120000 DTSTAMP:20211216T143244Z CREATED:20211216T143244Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211216T143244Z UID:10000068-1644487200-1644494400@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:TalkTech: Taira Tech DESCRIPTION:Our free TalkTech webinars showcase some of the most advanced technology on the market for people who have sight and hearing loss. The webinars are led by Tim Locke\, our Digital Inclusion Manager\, and he will introduce you to some of our trusted partners. \nTaira Tech is a family run business based in Lincolnshire. Mo and Omar are passionate about helping people who live with sensory loss with technology. They offer a range and products and services and they will be on hand during this session to tell you more. \nTo book your place\, either: \nClick here to book online\nCall us on 0800 132320\nEmail: info@deafblind.org.uk. \nIf you need support to use Zoom please contact our helpline on 0800 132 320 or email: digitalinclusion@deafblind.org.uk. URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/talktech-taira-tech/ LOCATION:Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/TalkTech-graphic.png ORGANIZER;CN="Deafblind UK":MAILTO:info@deafblind.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220324T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220324T120000 DTSTAMP:20211216T143015Z CREATED:20211216T143015Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211216T143015Z UID:10000067-1648119600-1648123200@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:TalkTech: Advanced Bionics DESCRIPTION:Our free TalkTech webinars showcase some of the most advanced technology on the market for people who have sight and hearing loss. The webinars are led by Tim Locke\, our Digital Inclusion Manager\, and he will introduce you to some of our trusted partners. \nToday\, we are really excited to be joined by Advanced Bionics – cochlear implant providers for the NHS and the private sector. They will outline how much cochlear implant technology has advanced in the last 30 years\, explain how cochlear implants systems work and give valuable advice and information to assist you on every step of your journey to hearing. \nTo book your place\, either: \nClick here to book online\nCall us on 0800 132320\nEmail: info@deafblind.org.uk. \nIf you need support to use Zoom please contact our helpline on 0800 132 320 or email: digitalinclusion@deafblind.org.uk. URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/talktech-advanced-bionics/ LOCATION:Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/TalkTech-graphic.png ORGANIZER;CN="Deafblind UK":MAILTO:info@deafblind.org.uk END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR