Lip Reading Classes

From the collection of

Established in 1992, the South West Film & Television Archive collection spans from 1893 to the present day containing more than 250,000 items. Formed from a variety of depositors, including broadcast news and programmes material from the Westward and TSW archive. In 2018 the archive collection transferred to The Box in Plymouth.

Lip Reading Classes (South West Week)

The Box
Camborne
1992-01-08
Sound

Cornwall's deaf people appreciate community classes.

Often referred to as a third ear, lip reading goes beyond simply reading the lips of a speaker to decipher individual words; it encompasses movements, gestures and expressions. This lip reading class is being taught at the Cornwall Deaf Centre in Camborne, which opened on 5 April 1988.

Students have campaigned to raise funds for the classes to continue, as there are only three tutors holding 11 classes throughout the county. A student talks about the classes giving the group confidence, helping them beat the feeling of isolation. One tutor talks about the work being very rewarding. The fate of the course is decided in January by social services and the local health authority.

Reframing Perspectives on Disability

Victories and setbacks on the road to a more accessible and inclusive society.

As we explore the region's archival footage on disability, it's important to acknowledge that disabled people still face challenges today. By examining how the South West has adapted over time, we can reframe our perspectives and work towards a more inclusive future. From the establishment of disabled sport teams to discussing hidden and visible disabilities on regional TV, the region has made strides towards creating a more accessible and inclusive society. These archival videos can open our eyes to the experiences and perspectives of disabled people in the 1980s and 90s. There's still much work to be done, but by looking back at our history, we can learn from our successes and failures and strive towards a more equitable future.

33 videos in this collection

Disability Breakthrough

Callington
1986-06-24

Manadon Karate Club raise money

Plymouth
1986-07-30

Signed News for the Deaf

Plymouth
1992-12-19

Disabled Farmers

Modbury
1987-04-26

Blind Guitarist

St Austell
1989-02-01

Santa's Wish

Goonhavern
1989-01-16

Handicapped Telephonist

Plymouth
1986-08-18

Lip Reading

Newquay
1991-01-30