Introduction to Hearing Loss

Open Ears has launched its autumn programme of free online events to help churches become more welcoming and accessible for people affected by hearing loss.

The programme includes two one-hour “Introduction to Hearing Loss” Zoom training sessions, led by author and Open Ears Trustee Emily Owen. These sessions will take place on Monday 7 September (13:00–14:00) and Monday 2 November (19:00–20:00), and are designed for church leaders, volunteers, pastoral teams, and anyone passionate about inclusion.

Participants will learn why hearing loss awareness matters, how it affects everyday life, and simple, practical steps churches can take to create more inclusive environments.

In addition, a special online event on Thursday 17 September (19:00–20:00) will feature Breeze Translate, showcasing technology that offers live captioning and multilingual translation to help remove communication barriers in church and community settings.

With more than 12 million people in the UK living with hearing loss, Open Ears aims to equip churches to make small changes that can have a significant impact.

All events are free and open to everyone.

To find out more or register, visit: www.openears.org.uk