Over 300 people attended the conference, including representatives from the deaf community, deaf organisations, the public sector, education, health and social services, and policy makers and local politicians. The President of Ireland, Mrs Mary McAleese, sent a letter of support.

A conference report is being produced for attendees, as well as for service providers and policy makers. Contact Claire Mullan at the Northern Ireland office for a copy at claire.mullan@rnid.org.uk