Support Groups

Support Groups which have been established for purposes compatible with the objectives of the BDA may become a member for just £30 per annum.

Simply complete an application form.

Support Groups are independent dyslexia groups that may or may not wish to become Local Associations, linked to the BDA. For those that do perhaps wish to become a charity and to develop into a Local Association, then the BDA’s regional staff will provide support and guidance to the Support Group to achieve its aim.

Occasionally a Local Association may find that it is no longer able to maintain its charitable status and meet the specific entry criteria. In the past such an association would have closed, but it is now possible for such an association to transfer into the Support Group category and remain as part of the BDA family.

Benefits.

• The support of the BDA Regional Development Officer.


• 1 free copy of Dyslexia Contact magazine, 3 times per year (priced at £3 per issue for non-members).


• 1 free BDA Now! newsletter, 3 times per year.


• Discounts on BDA conferences.


• Discounts on BDA training services.


• A special discounted price for the Dyslexia Journal (An International Journal of Research and Practice).


• Opportunity to purchase the Dyslexia Handbook.


• REM Publications list.

You will also be:

• Represented on BDA Management Board.


• Consulted on key policy issues.


• A voting member of the BDA.

You can also take advantage of the following:

Dyslexia Journal - £50.

Normal price, £70, you can take advantage of Dyslexia: An International Journal of Research and Practice for just £50. 4 issues per year. This is a special discounted price and is only available in conjunction with the above membership.

Dyslexia Handbook - £7 (plus £2.95 postage and packaging).

Produced annually and featuring articles and information from leading practitioners, as well as real life stories and practical information. A compendium of articles, checklists resources and contacts for dyslexic people, their families and teachers. The Dyslexia handbook is substantially updated and revised each year.

A great deal at just £7 (plus £2.95 postage and packaging).

Our Objectives.

The BDA is the voice of dyslexic people. Our vision is of a dyslexia friendly society that will enable all dyslexic people to reach their potential.

We aim to influence government and other institutions to promote a dyslexia friendly society. As the umbrella organisation, we want dyslexic people to view the BDA as the organisation that best represents them. So the work of the BDA must reflect the values that dyslexic people hold dear.

We will listen to, and act upon, the needs of dyslexic people. We will foster a feeling of togetherness for all of our membership and be respectful of dyslexic people, volunteers and staff.



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