We are DEX-

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We’re here for deaf young people across Yorkshire, to connect, support and build a fun strong deaf youth community where you belong!

We get to share ideas and decide what happens. The best part is? Its our voices that lead the Way…….

DDYH-DEX Deaf Youth Hub

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Are you deaf. 11-17 and living in Yorkshire?

Looking for something fun, free and made for just you?

Come hang out with us!

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DDYC-DEX Deaf Youth Crew

Image of group of young deaf people at Roundhay Park Leeds

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Are you deaf, 18-30 and Live in Yorkshire? Looking for something fun, free and made just for you?

Good vibes and good times, come and join us for monthly meetups!

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Urban Crime Safety Project (UCSP)

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The UCSP at DEX is all about keeping deaf young people safe, more streetwise whilst having lots of fun.

We’re learning how to stay safe, what to do in an emergency, our rights and so much more.

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What’s Happening?

Listening Fatigue – What it is and How to Combat it

by Jill Jones | Other

DEX identified this in 2004 as "always plan" which means always concentrating and trying to work out what is coming next when lip reading (or body language reading). We also found out there is research into the much higher levels of cortisol (the chemical released...

The READY study – Recording Emerging Adulthood in Deaf Youth

by Jill Jones | Other

We have been asked to share information about the READY study (Recording Emerging Adulthood in Deaf Youth). It is funded by the NDCS and led by the Universities of Manchester and Edinburgh. The study is tracking the lives of young deaf people for up to 5 years...

BSL Translation of Marmalade Sandwich

by Jill Jones | Other

Paddington Bear has asked for his "marmalade sandwich" to be translated into hundreds of languages. Here is the BSL translation on Twitter from Beatrix (my deaf granddaughter!). https://twitter.com/paddingtonbear/status/1358085376003497984

New COVID-19 testing site opening on Thursday 11th February at Castleford Swimming Pool

by Jill Jones | Covid-19 Info

We've been asked to share that there is a new COVID-19 testing site opening on Thursday 11th February at Castleford Swimming Pool. Appointments are for those who are experiencing any COVID-19 symptoms:- A new, continuous cough- A high temperature- Loss of taste and...