🆘 Seeking Advice & InformationSupport for Deaf Asylum Seekers in the UK 🆘

I’ve noticed a significant gap between the support available for Deaf Refugees and Deaf Asylum Seekers, and I’m reaching out for insights from anyone with knowledge or experience in this area.

🔹 Deaf Refugees often have access to direct payments and remote interpreting (e.g. VRS) via local councils.

🔸 Deaf Asylum Seekers, however, seem excluded from the same essential services

➡️ No direct payments

➡️ No access to interpreting support or VRS

This gap creates serious barriers for Deaf Asylum Seekers trying to access:

• Healthcare

• Legal representation

• Basic services

• Community support

  
  

👉 I’d appreciate help understanding:

❓ Why does this gap exist?

🤝 Are any organisations actively supporting Deaf Asylum Seekers?

⚖️ Is there a legal framework, policy, or funding route that applies here?

📣 How can we advocate for equal access and inclusion?

📩 Please comment, DM, or tag someone who might know more.

I’m keen to listen, learn, and take meaningful action.

This is a human rights issue, and we need inclusive solutions.

Thank you for reading and supporting.

#DeafCommunity #AsylumSeekers #RefugeeSupport #AccessibilityMatters #HumanRights #Inclusion #EqualityForAll #BSL