Introduction

At BDC, we’ve always believed that saving lives should never be limited by sound, speech, or ability.

Among our thousands of donors is a group whose work may go unheard — but whose impact is felt deeply: deaf volunteers who step forward with courage, clarity, and commitment.

Through a strong and ongoing collaboration with Ability Pulikkal, a leading organization working with the deaf and hard of hearing community in Malappuram, we’ve built an inclusive model where deaf donors are active, empowered, and celebrated.

🫱🏽‍🫲🏼 Partnership with Ability Pulikkal

Our journey toward inclusive blood donation wouldn’t have been possible without the unwavering support of Ability Pulikkal.

This collaboration includes:

• 🤝 Community outreach to deaf youth and families

• 📣 Sign language interpretation at camps and training

• 🧏‍♂️ Deaf awareness sessions to bust myths and encourage safe donation

• 👥 Leadership training for deaf mobilizers

Together, we’ve hosted multiple silent-friendly camps — including one where over 30 deaf donors gave blood without a single spoken word.

📸 Image Placeholder: Group photo from Ability–BDC joint camp

🩸 Why This Matters

For many deaf individuals, the urge to contribute has always been there — what was missing was access and invitation.

Through this collaboration:

• More than 100 deaf donors have joined the BDC network

• Deaf donors feel a sense of agency and pride

• Hearing donors and staff gain exposure to inclusive practices

• Hospitals see that ability is not a barrier to saving lives

“You gave us space to help. Now it’s our turn to give.” — Donor from Ability Pulikkal

🔊 Real Heroes, Real Stories

• Junaid, a deaf volunteer from Pulikkal, has donated 6 times and mentored others

• Sameera, who donated blood for the first time on her wedding anniversary, now volunteers at awareness events

• Several hearing-impaired NSS students have become BDC advocates in their colleges

📸 Image Placeholder: Donor being guided with sign language visuals

🙌 How You Can Support Inclusive Blood Donation

• 🧏‍♂️ Sponsor Interpreter Services – ₹2,000 per camp

• 📽️ Help Create Sign-Based Instruction Videos – ₹5,000

• 🧑‍🎓 Support Youth Camps at Deaf Schools – ₹3,000 per session

• 🧩 Donate for Inclusive Volunteer Kits – T-shirts, ID cards with visuals

🔗 Support Inclusion with BDC & Ability Pulikkal →

Closing Note

At BDC, we don’t just collect blood — we build bridges.

With Ability Pulikkal and every deaf donor who walks into our camp with quiet resolve, we are reminded:

Compassion has no voice — but it echoes louder than anything else.

Let’s keep making blood donation a space where everyone is welcome, and everyone can give.