Published on: 25th September 2024
It’s Day 3 of National Week of Deaf People! Today’s theme is “Sign Language Advocacy.”
Did you know that Auslan was only recognised as a community language by the Australian Government in 1991? Sign languages like Auslan are vital to the Deaf community, providing full and rich communication, just like any spoken language.
The Australian Deaf community has a long history of advocating for their rights — professional, personal, and beyond.
Explore the Deaf History Collection to learn more, via the link below.
Photo features Dr Breda Carty AO, a Deaf historian, giving a presentation.
Visual description:
The image promotes inclusive education for the National Week of Deaf People (NWDP) on Wednesday, 25 September. The banner has bright colors, featuring bold text with key details. The bottom left shows the Deaf Connect logo and the NWDP branding. The photo is of an older woman, signing in Auslan in a professional manner and attire. The color scheme uses pink, indigo, aqua and white, creating a vibrant, inviting atmosphere.
