Published on: 13th August 2024
Welcome to the Deaf Herald | August 2024
This month, we’ve got some exciting events coming up including the much-anticipated Deaf Festival Sydney! We’ll also announce the launch of Ageing Well in Victoria, and share information on National Week of Deaf People.
This issue also unpacks the Government’s response to the Disability Royal Commission, gives information on interpreted events in August and shares event details on Alter State 2024!
Join us as we showcase the happenings of our vibrant community.
Deaf Festival Sydney is back for 2024!
VIC | Ageing Well Services Expansion
Deaf Connect’s Ageing Well services are launching in Victoria!
Deaf Connect provides these services directly in Auslan, making sure you feel understood and your needs are responded to promptly.
For more information about Ageing Well services, please contact [email protected].
On 31 July, the Federal Government announced its response to the Disability Royal Commission Final Report released last September. This is a brief update and overview from Deaf Connect about the response.
The Government’s response is available on the Department of Social Services website: https://www.dss.gov.au/about-the-department/news/69446
QLD | Courses for Deaf Adults Enrolment Day
Are you looking to develop some new skills? Join our Life Skills courses for Deaf and hard of hearing people!
Come along to our last enrolment day for 2024: 11 September, 2-5pm at Deaf Connect Moorooka.
Alter State 2024| Call for creatives
Calling all Deaf creatives! Deaf Connect is excited to encourage community members to attend Alter State 2024, an event organised by the BIPoC (Black, Indigenous, People of Colour) Creative Access Collective. This event will take place on the 13th of October at North Fitzroy Library.
National Week of Deaf People 2024
Get ready to celebrate Deaf culture and history this September! National Week of Deaf People is coming, with International Day of Sign Languages on 23 September. Stay tuned for a big announcement!
Events this August
School is back in July for Term 3, and so is Auslan Storytime! Come along to readings brought to life by a Deaf presenter at libraries across QLD and NSW – now also on the Gold Coast!
National Sign Language Program
Are you over 65 without an NDIS plan and have a doctor’s appointment soon?
Don’t forget – you can book a free sign language interpreter or live captioning for medical check-ups, banking, social activities, weddings, funerals, and more!
