About us

DeafKidz Internation is a small UK charity supporting deaf children globally. With safeguarding at the heart of all we do, our work comprehensively responds to the protection, health, wellbeing and access to education needs of deaf children, young people and adults worldwide.

Deafness is the third largest disability globally with 466 million deaf people worldwide yet it remains the least resourced. The abuse and exploitation of deaf children is endemic, with deaf children three times more likely to be abused than hearing children. Deaf children face barriers to accessing services and support from teachers, social workers and medical staff, often due to the lack of deaf equality and inclusion, with professionals often unable to effectively communicate with or support the needs of deaf children. 

DeafKidz International seeks to address the vital gaps in meeting the safeguarding and protection needs of deaf children to ensure they lead their fullest lives with equal and rightful access to health, education and employment as their hearing peers.

Your donations ensure deaf children can live safely, without fear of abuse and exploitation. With your support, we can continue our vital work globally to ensure no deaf child is left behind.