Imagine being told ‘…it doesn’t matter’ whenever you try to join in.

Over the last year, two thirds of deaf people and people with hearing loss have experienced negative attitudes from others. More than a quarter say they are ignored in public by most people, and if they miss the conversation first time, millions are being dismissed and told 'it doesn't matter'.

You can show that 'It does matter' by signing up to receive our top tips on how to include deaf people and people with hearing loss in the conversation. 

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• Easy, ready-to-use tips on how to communicate 

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• The small changes you can make to show ‘It does matter’ at home, at work and out and about. 

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