terptree
Victoria Williams is the Founder and CEO of terptree, established in September 2006, which collaborates with major UK and global brands to create an inclusive world for the 12 million deaf individuals in the UK. Prior to this role, Victoria worked as a freelance British Sign Language (BSL)/English interpreter from June 2002 to September 2006, gaining valuable insights into the challenges faced by the deaf community. Earlier experience includes serving as a BSL Interpreter and Executive Assistant at South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust, supporting projects that improved access to mental health information for deaf individuals. Additional roles include Information and Support Worker for Deaf people at Disability in Camden and positions at the British Deaf Association and The Student Support Centre. Victoria holds a Post Graduate Diploma in BSL/English interpreting from the University of Central Lancashire.
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terptree
terptree is an award-winning business full of deeply passionate people who care about creating social change and truly educating and empowering deaf and hearing people. terptree believe that to truly change the world for deaf people, action needs to occur with four key stakeholders; People who provide services to deaf people, deaf people themselves, Sign Language Students and Sign Language Interpreters. And this is how we do it! Service Providers: We educate businesses and organisations on how to work in partnership with deaf people to provide a world-class deaf customer experience. Deaf People: We provide deaf people with relevant knowledge and skills so that they can better access all of the opportunities in the hearing world! Sign Language Students: We provide Sign Language Training through our Exclusive BSL Academy to develop and upskill those people who are committed to progressing their Sign Language and those who have ambitions of a career as a Sign Language Interpreter. Sign Language Interpreters: We offer Sign Language Interpreter Education across the globe to train and maintain continual, professional development and foster a feeling of unity, belief and passion for Sign Language Interpreting. So, if you are looking to truly change the world for deaf people - get in touch with us today!