The graduation party with their tutors Patricia Clarke and Richard McFadden. Centre (white shirt) is Tommy McAuley, Acting Head of Sign Language Policy and Legislation with the Department for Communities.

placeholder image — The graduation party with their tutors Patricia Clarke and Richard McFadden. Centre (white shirt) is Tommy McAuley, Acting Head of Sign Language Policy and Legislation with the Department for Communities.

IN PICTURES: Foyle Deaf Association graduation ceremony for Irish Sign Language students

By Staff reporter

Published 14th Jun 2023, 15:33 GMT

Aisling Starrs receiving her level six certificate from Tommy McAuley of the Department of Communities.

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Aisling Starrs receiving her level six certificate from Tommy McAuley of the Department of Communities.

James McKernan collecting his level six certificate.

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James McKernan collecting his level six certificate.

Stephen McGilligan all dressed up to get his level six ISL certificate.

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Stephen McGilligan all dressed up to get his level six ISL certificate.

Michelle Grogan in her graduation gown, receiving her level six ISL certificate from Tommy McAuley.

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Michelle Grogan in her graduation gown, receiving her level six ISL certificate from Tommy McAuley.

Derry British Sign Language

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