Signalise

@signalisecoop.bsky.social

Innovative platform co-op uniting BSL/English Interpreters, Deaf people and others to deliver better video and face to face interpreting services

What is the problem with the average agency? To win large NHS contracts, many massive corporate agencies offer unsustainably low prices. When profit is prioritised over quality, it forces frontline interpreter rates down and leaves vital bookings unfilled.

Why are we named in the Locked Out Report? Well, when the government's BSL Advisory Board investigated why the healthcare system is failing Deaf people, they named a certain Liverpool Co-operative as the solution.

Government reports, healthcare research, and Deaf people's real experiences all point to the same systemic failures. Across the UK, too many people are still arriving at critical medical appointments only to find no interpreter was booked, or that the support provided doesn't meet their needs.

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We won’t be the first to talk about the benefits of using video interpreting services, many before us have. What is unique about us is the seamless way we use video interpreting for our NHS customers alongside in-person interpreting. Find out more here ➡️ buff.ly/79BZzOF

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You have booked the interpreter and prepared the room, but what happens during the actual appointment? In collaboration with Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust, here are 4 quick tips for clinicians inside the consultation room

For many Deaf people, anxiety around a medical appointment starts the moment they walk through the clinic doors. The reception area can be a highly stressful environment, especially if a patient is left constantly on edge trying to guess when their name will be called.

One member, one vote. That is what democratic control looks like in action. In traditional agencies, the people with the most money hold all the power. But Signalise is a co-op. Whether you are a Deaf member, an interpreter, or an investor, your voice carries the exact same weight.

Last chance to apply! Stir to Action are looking for a Programme Manager to lead the day-to-day delivery of a new five-year national programme to unlock social clubs across England. Find out more and apply before 12:00pm tomorrow 26 June ➡️ buff.ly/Yq3JTDb

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Wondering how to join Signalise? It is much easier than you think! Signalise is a co-op, which means we are completely run by and for our members. We have a space at the table for everyone who wants to see real change in community interpreting:

This is Signalise, and this is community. 💚 Olive and Jen had a absolutely brilliant time last month connecting with everyone at the expo, including some very iconic attendees! They spent the day sitting down, catching up, and talking to people about how we can build a better system together.

Did you know? Support for #Deaf people who are experiencing domestic abuse is available. The Deaf Health Charity SignHealth provide a specialist domestic abuse and sexual violence service to support deaf people in finding safety and security. Find out more here 👉 buff.ly/VRxXsGt

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Did you see? Stir to Action is hiring! They are looking for a Programme Manager to lead the day-to-day delivery of a new five-year national programme to unlock social clubs across England Find out more and apply before 12:00pm on 26 June 2026 ➡️ buff.ly/Yq3JTDb

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We're looking for a new voluntary Automations Engineer (Web Developer) to join our team! We are looking for a trainee Web Developer who can work alongside our in-house Developers to build tools to support our users and staff. Find out more and apply here ➡️ buff.ly/4rKOJzR

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