We are delighted to announce that Professor Kelvin Kong will deliver the 25th Libby Harricks Memorial Oration at Parliament House Canberra on the evening of Monday 25 March 2024. Kelvin Kong is Australia’s first indigenous surgeon, a Worimi man, and an ardent advocate for hearing health. He was honoured as the NAIDOC Person of the […]
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Deafness Forum Australia provided its ideas for the creation of a national Disability Employment Centre of Excellence. This Centre, to be established by the Australian Government, aims to significantly improve employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities, addressing the persistent employment gap across Australia. The Importance of Employment. Employment plays a crucial role in the lives […]
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Preventive health action is the key to achieving a healthier Australia by 2030. Avoidable hearing loss and a reluctance to seek professional help when hearing is fading represent an enormous social and economic cost to Australia. Preventing hearing loss is one of Deafness Forum Australia’s key goals. We know that prevention is the foundation of […]
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Feel more connected to conversations and the world around you. Video lessons (with captions for hearing accessibility) help you start, or build on, your ability to lipread. Learn and practice lipreading at your own pace from the comfort of your own home. Feel more confident about your ability to communicate in challenging listening environments by […]
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Human interactions positively impact both our mental and physical health. Cultivating strong relationships and sustaining social connections significantly contribute to our overall wellbeing. These connections provide us with a sense of belonging and support, enhancing our happiness and reducing stress. Being socially connected can even extend our lifespan. Research has found that individuals with robust […]