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A UK-wide search has been launched to recognise those who have helped improve communication between deaf and hearing people.
The Signature Annual Awards will recognise those who have made a significant contribution towards a society in which deaf and deafblind people have full access.
Categories for the 2010 awards include:
Jim Edwards, Signature chief executive, said: "The quality and diversity of the nominations that we received last year speaks volumes about the amazing work that is undertaken all over the country."
Signature offers nationally recognised qualifications in sign language and promotes excellent in communication.
We are proud to announce the shortlisted nominees and ceremony details for the Signature Annual Awards.