Inspiring deaf Highland Dancer joins Deaf Action Youth Service

30-11-2017

2017

Ava Tollard, a talented Highland Dancer from Australia joined Deaf Action’s Youth Service when visiting Scotland. Ava lost her hearing at the age of 14 just as she had reached a Premier level in competitive highland dancing. Unfortunately this affected her balance and her ability to perform the very technical nature of Highland positions. Not being able to hear the …

Tilney’s Annual Pub Quiz raises £1,500 for Deaf Action

09-11-2017

2017

Many thanks to all the companies that attended the annual Tilney Pub Quiz at Akva on the 2nd of November. A fantastic night with £1,500 being raised for Deaf Action. This fantastic contribution will be used to support the Deaf Action Youth Service, which helps deaf children in the Lothians and Fife build their confidence, reduce social isolation and ultimately make friends …