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Survey Invite – Lipspeaking Profession

On Monday 5th February, 38 professional lipspeakers were invited to take part in a short survey about Lipspeaking. The survey includes 11 questions and should take no longer than 5 minutes to complete. All information gathered will be anonymous and used only by 'ALAS', in order to help inform future continuous professional development opportunities (CPD) in our domain. You can complete the survey by clicking ON THIS LINK. The survey will remain open [...]

Survey Invite – Lipspeaking Profession2024-02-05T09:28:48+00:00

Member Support – Making Tax Digital

On Thursday 2nd November, ALAS were joined by Mike from Brent King Accountancy. Mike delivered a session focused on 'Making Tax Digital', making it clear how HMRC changes will effect self-employed, limited companies and those who are VAT registered. *This webinar was recorded and ALAS members can access at any time. Please visit the CPD Library for more information.

Member Support – Making Tax Digital2023-11-03T11:26:51+00:00

ALAS presents to VLP

On Thursday 14th September Linzi Weatherson and Lisa Guildford presented to VLP members. The webinar topic was "Who is ALAS & What do Lipspeakers do?". After an hour of explaining the role of a lipspeaker; including the differences between lipspeaking & lipspeaking with additional sign; paring down; accents; homophones and confusing groups, the ladies then explained who ALAS are and how the Association was established. If anyone has any questions or [...]

ALAS presents to VLP2023-09-15T14:50:44+01:00

Member Support – The Elizabeth Foundation, Part 2

On Thursday 31st August, ALAS were joined by Charlotte from The Elizabeth Foundation. Charlotte delivered a session focused on 'Ling Sounds' that yet again both informed and left individuals smiling. *This webinar was recorded and ALAS members can access at any time. Please contact Linzi for more information and access.

Member Support – The Elizabeth Foundation, Part 22023-08-31T20:02:17+01:00

Member Support – Trans Topics

On Thursday 27th July, ALAS were joined by Jasper Williams (@QueerCantHear). Jasper delivered a thorough session covering pro-nouns, non-binary genders, transitioning and how to support deaf trans customers. *This webinar was recorded and ALAS members can access at any time. Please contact Linzi for more information and access. 

Member Support – Trans Topics2023-07-28T10:32:44+01:00

Member Support – The Elizabeth Foundation

On Thursday 8th June, ALAS were joined by Charlotte from The Elizabeth Foundation. Charlotte delivered an information session that both informed and left individuals smiling. We look forward to welcoming Charlotte back on Thursday 31st August 2023 for ‘The Elizabeth Foundation’ – Part 2. *This webinar was recorded and ALAS members can access at any time. Please contact Linzi for more information and access. 

Member Support – The Elizabeth Foundation2023-07-28T10:33:45+01:00

Member Support – Living with Dementia, Part 2

On Thursday 18th May, ALAS were joined once again by Victoria from Brookvale Health. Victoria delivered another comprehensive session that informed individuals; touched hearts and left every person speechless at the end. This webinar was recorded in order for ALAS members to watch at a later date. *This webinar was recorded and ALAS members can access at any time. Please contact Linzi for more information and access. 

Member Support – Living with Dementia, Part 22023-07-28T10:34:16+01:00

ALAS AGM

On Thursday 13th April ALAS members met online for the AGM 2023. Linzi gave her Chair's address, covering all formalities, in addition to information about both the new 'Signature' Lipspeaking course and a 'Lipspeaking with Sign' qualification - watch this space!

ALAS AGM2023-04-13T19:14:07+01:00