What is DEX?
Deaf EXperience Limited (DEX) is a charity which campaigns nationally to improve access to education, wellbeing and quality of life for deaf and hard of hearing young people.
We support deaf young people across Yorkshire to meet other young deaf people and to share their experiences. We welcome young people with any level of deafness and all communication methods.
DEX uses the English dictionary definition of the term “deaf” to mean “wholly or partially without hearing” to apply to all deaf children and young people.
What do we do?
We hold lots of events where deaf young people can have fun, learn something new and meet others! We have two different groups. The DEX Deaf Youth Hub (DDYH) is for 11 to 17 year olds and the DEX Deaf Youth Council (DDYC) is for 17 to 30 year olds.. Interpreters are at all events to help everyone to chat and make friends!
Outreach
Do you work with deaf young people aged between 11 and 30? Are you based in West Yorkshire? We can come to your school, college or organisation to deliver a FREE outreach session to explain what we offer for deaf young people!
DDYH
- For deaf young people between the ages of 11 and 17 who live in West Yorkshire
- Events are held every 2 months and are completely FREE!
- Interpreters will be at all events to help everyone to make friends
- Don’t miss out on a chance to have lots of fun and spend time with other young deaf people!
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DDYC
- For deaf young people between the ages of 17 and 30 who live in West Yorkshire
- Events are held every month and are completely FREE!
- Interpreters will be at all events to help everyone to make friends
- Don’t miss out on a chance to have lots of fun and spend time with other young deaf people!
- We also offer a FREE advocacy service to members of the DDYC
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Latest DEX News
DDYC/DDYH Joint Event- Follow the Signs Theatre Performance 13th Sept 24
Come and immerse yourself in an extraordinary experience at the Playhouse Leeds with our fully BSL led hip-hop theatre show. Follow the Signs is a dynamic performance that seamlessly blends BSL, spoken English, creative captioning, and dance, creating a joyous...
DDYC/DDYH Joint Event- Come along and express your opinions/ideas Sept 7th 24
Join us for a fun-filled time with games, delicious food, and engaging conversations about your interests, how we can make DEX even better, and what you hope to see from our services. We want to hear your thoughts, so come share and let your voice be heard.
DEX/LDYC -Crime Safety project-Find out more about the Police contact center’s and BSL 999 Sept- 6th 24
Join us and our urban crime safety group for an insightful exploration of Police contact centres and the invaluable BSL 999 service. Uncover the effective ways to utilize BSL 999 and discover how it can empower you as a deaf individual in times of need.
DDYH/DDYC Try the train to Scarborough- 29th Aug 24
Join us for a fantastic day exploring the train to Scarborough. We will be travelling on the Trans Pennine Express train with their friendly staff to Scarborough. This journey is designed to boost your confidence and knowledge about the help and support available to...
DEX and LDYC Escape Room Event as part of the Urban Crime Safety project- 23rd August 24
Join us for an unforgettable evening of mystery and intrigue as you step into the shoes of Sherlock Holmes, embarking on a thrilling quest to uncover the whereabouts of the elusive Irene Idler. Can you piece together the clues and conquer the puzzles in time to rescue...
DEX and LDYC Murder Mystery August 9th 2024
Come and join us for a fun-filled evening of riddle-solving at our exciting murder mystery event hosted by DEX and LDYC. Mark your calendars for the 9th of August from 6 PM to 9 PM at the Leeds Society for Deaf and Blind People. Get ready to dive into a world of...
