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It's just 3 months since The Audio Description Association launched our offer of 100 FREE one-year Memberships for Blind and Visually Impaired People! It's resounding success means there are only a handful remaining. Details of how to join are below: If you are sharing this with a visually impaired person, we also have an audio described version at: https://youtu.be/B55sNo_SnlI For over 25 years, ADA has championed high-quality AD in live performance, screen, and cultural experiences. Our visually impaired members have played a key role in shaping best practice, and now we want to expand our community and amplify your voice. Why Join? As an ADA member, you’ll get access to our: Quarterly Newsletter – Packed with AD news, interviews, and an AD What’s On section. Members’ Resources - a fantastic range of information to delve into, including Zoom session recordings. Regular and Inclusive Zoom Sessions – these include: VI User Group – Launched in March, this lively, monthly forum will be hosted by ADA Exec member, Yusuf Osman, and will offer a safe space for blind and visually impaired users to discuss AD experiences directly with each other and AD professionals. It will cover a different aspect of audio description each month AD Soups – Informal discussions where AD users and practitioners share ideas and experiences. Skill Set Sessions – Professional development workshops led by expert audio describers and industry pros. Get Involved! Be part of ADA’s upcoming accredited training program—designed to train VI assessors to ensure top-quality AD standards. Gain voting rights at our AGM and contribute to vital industry decisions. How to Claim Your Free Membership VI membership usually costs £10 a year, but the first 100 applicants will get their first year free! Sign up now: Visit https://www.audiodescription.co.uk/join-ada Select the VI Membership Plan Either Sign Up or Log In (if you already have a log in to the ADA website) Enter VIP in the discount code box Enjoy your free year—no obligation to renew! Please note: you will be asked to add your card details as we run a fuss-free, auto-renew system, but no payment will be taken for the first year and there’s no obligation to renew! Technical issues? Don’t worry, email our membership secretary Trish at membership@audiodescription.co.uk For further info about the VI User Group itself, contact Yusuf at VIGroup@audiodescription.co.uk Once you’ve joined, you’ll receive an acknowledgement from Trish, and a welcome email from Yusuf to help you settle in give you some more details. This is your chance to help shape the future of audio description. Join today and make your voice heard!