Access is the starting point, not an afterthought.

Our accessibility commitment

Accessibility shapes everything we do, from this website to our care boxes, gatherings and retreats. We design slowly, with Deaf, neurodivergent and trauma-experienced people in mind, and we keep learning.

BSL accessibility

British Sign Language is a language in its own right, and we treat it as primary. Pages on this site include a BSL video alongside the written text, and more videos are being added. You can also contact us in BSL.

Deaf inclusion

We are a Deaf-led CIC. Our services are shaped by lived experience for Deaf, Deafblind, Hard of Hearing and Deafened adults. We never expect anyone to phone us - email is our home, and we promise to reply gently.

Neurodiversity considerations

Our written words are short and clear, in plain English without jargon. We use soft colours, calm typography, generous spacing, no autoplay sound and no flashing animations. Activities such as BSL-led yoga and mindfulness are offered at a gentle pace, with options to rest or adapt. Our sensory-safe guides explain how we plan calm, low-stimulation spaces.

Trauma-informed practice

We offer choice, never pressure. You can take part at your own pace, step back at any time, and share only what feels right. Read more inOur Approach and ourgrounding tools.

Accessible communication practices

We communicate visually first: BSL, plain English, captions and email. We never expect anyone to phone us, we keep forms short, and we're happy to share information in the format that works best for you.

Inclusive event and retreat design

Our gatherings and retreats are planned around BSL as the shared language, small groups, clear visual information, quiet rest spaces and good lighting for signing. Every activity is optional, with time to pause, rest or adapt.

Accessibility across our services

Find access information on our Wellbeing Retreats,Care Boxes andWhat's On pages.

Access requests and support

Tell us what you need before you take part, or if something on this site or in our services isn't working for you. Emailhello@strengthinfragments.uk, use ourcontact page, orget in touch in BSL. Accessibility is a practice, not a checkbox - we want to hear from you.