Huge Congratulations to Wendy Daunt!
We are thrilled to celebrate Wendy on being awarded an O.B.E. in the King’s New Year Honours list!
This incredible recognition reflects her passion, dedication, and unwavering commitment to the Royal School for the Deaf Derby, her tireless support for Deaf children, young people, and the community, and her invaluable contributions to Deaf education.
Wendy has also made a profound impact through CHASE Video Productions, which was established in 1993, working alongside Jerry Hanifin to develop essential BSL resources adapted from English books and news – particularly for schools – at a time when such resources were scarce.
Her influence extends to Deaffest, where she presented an award in 2015 and later shared her valuable insights in 2022 during the Future of Female Filmmakers in the Film & TV Industry panel discussion, highlighting the importance of supporting one another.
Wendy’s work continues to inspire and shape the future for so many. Let’s celebrate her incredible achievements and the lasting legacy she is building.
(Above photos taken by Mark Mecklenburgh, Willow Photography Ltd).
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