In celebration of the International Day of Sign Languages and Diversity Week at UNSW, please join us for two free screenings of Deaf President Now!

The film follows the 1988 student protests at Gallaudet University, which marked a turning point for d/Deaf rights in the US and beyond.

Screening 1
Date: Tuesday 22 September
Time: 5.30pm followed by a panel discussion and refreshments
Location: Leighton Hall, UNSW Kensington Campus

Screening 2
Date: Wednesday 23 September
Time: 1.30pm followed by a panel discussion and refreshments
Location: EG02, UNSW Paddington Campus

Each screening features Auslan interpreting and captions.

Register now to secure your free seat. Attendees will be treated to fresh popcorn and a limited edition commemorative badge (while stocks last).

This screening is brought to the community by the UNSW Disability Scholars Network, the DIIU and the Disability Collective in collaboration with UNSW FilmSoc, EDI, the Media Futures Hub and the Film Studies department of the School of Arts & Media for the 2026 UNSW Diversity Festival.