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Deaf Victoria advocates on behalf of deaf and hard of hearing Victorians aiming to make Victoria more inclusive and accessible.
We are funded by the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing to provide free individual advocacy services. We undertake systemic advocacy and provide education and consultancy services.
Focusing on one person’s rights and needs and advocating with and for them. Examples include workplace, legal and educational issues.
Focusing on the whole community’s rights and needs. Examples include the Hospital Review and Community Consultations on the NDIS.
Your generous donation will support us to create positive pathways, break down barriers, and improve the health and wellbeing of deaf and hearing of hearing people in our communities.
Looking for something to do during National Week of Deaf People?
Check out these community events happening across Victoria!
Saturday 19 September, 11am to 5pm
Deaf Art Science Festival
Science Gallery Melbourne
The University of Melbourne, Parkville
Sunday 20 September, 11am
Auslan Signed Mass
Hosted by John Pierce Centre
St Joseph's Church, Northcote
Sunday 20 September, 10am to 2pm
Deaf Connect NWDP Community Day
Braybrook Community Hub, Braybrook
Monday 21 September, 10am
Pankina Social Group
John Pierce Centre, Prahran
Thursday 24 September, 2pm to 4:30pm
Deaf Victoria Craft & Chat
Bluebird House, Geelong
Saturday 26 September, 9am
Urban Climb Deaf & Hard of Hearing Member Meet Up
Urban Climb, Collingwood
For more information, please contact the organisers directly or visit their social media pages.
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🎥 (See our other recent post for our Auslan video about this event)
Why does Auslan do that?
Joint our National Week of Deaf People Workshop!
Ever wondered why Auslan uses space, movement, face and body the way it does—or why some signs change over time? Join this relaxed, interactive workshop to explore the “hidden rules” of everyday signing. No linguistics knowledge needed—just bring your Auslan and curiosity. Its free - Deaf participants get priority; others go on a waitlist.
🗓️ Friday 25 September 4pm - 5:30pm
📍 Ross House, 3/251 Flinders Ln, Melbourne
Secure your ticket via the link in our bio or here: events.humanitix.com/why-does-auslan-do-that-deaf-community-event-with-darlene-thornton
But hurry - tickets close on 23 September!
Event conducted in Auslan only. Deaf participants get priority; others go on a waitlist.
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We are proudly delivering projects for the Peer Support and Capacity Building (PSCB) grant for the NDIS. ... See MoreSee Less
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Why does Auslan do that?
Joint our National Week of Deaf People Workshop!
Ever wondered why Auslan uses space, movement, face and body the way it does—or why some signs change over time? Join this relaxed, interactive workshop to explore the “hidden rules” of everyday signing. No linguistics knowledge needed—just bring your Auslan and curiosity. Its free - Deaf participants get priority; others go on a waitlist.
🗓️ Friday 25 September 4pm - 5:30pm
📍 Ross House, 3/251 Flinders Ln, Melbourne
Secure your ticket via the link in our bio or here: events.humanitix.com/why-does-auslan-do-that-deaf-community-event-with-darlene-thornton
But hurry - tickets close on 23 September!
Event conducted in Auslan only. Deaf participants get priority; others go on a waitlist.
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We are proudly delivering projects for the Peer Support and Capacity Building (PSCB) grant for the NDIS.
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