Signed News for the Deaf

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.

Signed News for the Deaf

The Box
Plymouth
1992-12-19
Sound

News round up for deaf and hearing impaired people.

A round-up of the week's top news stories, signed for the deaf with additional subtitles. This is the last South West Week in the current format of the series, the show will be changing, with Peter Wareham taking on the presenter reigns.

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