D/deaf Inclusion Resources

These resources have been created to support organisations that are onboarding or working with D/deaf volunteers and team members. They aim to help you understand communication preferences, make reasonable adjustments, and create safe, inclusive and accessible volunteering opportunities. All resources use a strength-based approach, recognising the valuable skills and experiences D/deaf people bring to volunteering.

 

Deaf volunteer inclusion questionnaire

Accessibility questionnaire for Deaf volunteers, helping organisations understand communication strengths and create welcoming, inclusive volunteering.  

Deaf Volunteer Risk Assessment

Risk assessment for D/deaf volunteers, focusing on strengths, accessibility and practical adjustments to support safe, welcoming volunteering.

KCV Inclusion Guidance 

Guidance for Using the Inclusion & Accessibility Questionnaire (A Strength-Based Approach). 

KCV Ddeaf Resources

List of external resources to support organisations or people who have hearing loss, who are D/deaf.

KCV Top Tips Communicating with Ddeaf People

Some top tips for communication with D/deaf people. 

Kent Coast Volunteering