At Recite Me, our mission is to make the online world accessible to everyone. In collaboration with the award-winning Sign Solutions, we’re proud to announce the launch of our latest assistive toolbar feature: British Sign Language (BSL).
This groundbreaking addition is designed to break down communication barriers for the Deaf and hard-of-hearing community, making online content more inclusive than ever before.
The new British Sign Language feature enables website visitors to access content in BSL, with just one click from the Recite Me toolbar. Users can experience seamless translation of web pages, empowering them to engage with online content in their first language.
Sign language is a vital means of communication for over 150,000 people in the UK. However, many face barriers when accessing essential information and services online. By partnering with Sign Solutions, a leader in sign language, translation, and training services, we’re addressing these challenges head-on.
Sign Solutions shares our mission of removing communication barriers and creating equal access. Their in-vision translation services and expertise ensure that the BSL feature is not only user-friendly but also transformative for those relying on sign language to navigate the digital world.
Early feedback from BSL users has been overwhelmingly positive:
- “The translator has done a fantastic job! Also love the use of captions as well. The colour is great, and I can clearly see the signing.”
- “I never knew this could be a feature on websites! It definitely covered the important parts of the website, and everything was clear.”
- “I’ve watched it a couple of times, and I’m impressed! It’s all easy to use and understand. The translator is excellent.”
“At Recite Me, we are committed to the ongoing development of our tools to ensure a more inclusive digital experience for all. The addition of British Sign Language to our assistive toolbar is a vital step in breaking down barriers for the Deaf and hard-of-hearing community. We recognize that accessibility is not one-size-fits-all, and to create true digital inclusion, it’s essential to partner with experts like Sign Solutions. Together, we are empowering a wider, more diverse range of people to engage with online content in a way that’s meaningful and accessible to them.” Ross Linnett, CEO of Recite Me
Managing Director at Sign Solutions, Clare Vale, commented, “At Sign Solutions, we greatly appreciate and value our partners as together we can achieve more. Working with Recite Me has always been a highly rewarding and positive experience and together we are excited to make their tool bar accessible for Deaf and hard-of-hearing community. We look forward to further collaborations and enhancements to ensure increased accessibility for all.”
The launch of the British Sign Language feature on the Recite Me toolbar marks a significant milestone in our journey toward digital inclusion. Together with Sign Solutions, we’re making strides to ensure no one is left behind in accessing online information and services.
Explore the power of BSL on the Sign Solutions Website. Press the “Accessibility Tools” button in the top right of the website then press the BSL button to get started.
