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He’s Not Wrong: author, Richard Glover

He’s Not Wrong: author, Richard Glover

“I wish for a restaurant in which you can hear yourself think.  “Only the other day, I went to lunch with a friend who’s just become President of Tanzania. Or maybe he’s become a resident of Tasmania. Who can be sure? If only I could have heard what he said. "Would it...

JobAccess for Auslan funding support

JobAccess for Auslan funding support

Increased Auslan funding through JobAccess has created opportunities for Sofya’s career in film and theatre. Sofya enjoys her varied role in film and theatre, working with talented individuals. As a Deaf person, Sofya experienced communication barriers at work. That’s...

Sensory Loss and Communication: New Book

Sensory Loss and Communication: New Book

A Charles Sturt University Australia academic has created a unique book for health and education students and professionals that explores communication differences in individuals with sensory impairment or loss. Thirty experts from numerous universities and...

Extreme staff turnover in remote health services

Extreme staff turnover in remote health services

A new study led by Menzies School of Health Research has uncovered a staff turnover rate of 151% each year, on average, in Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service (ACCHS) clinics in regional and remote Northern Territory and Western Australia. Published last...

Board Elections 2024: for nominations

Board Elections 2024: for nominations

These four documents below will give you the background and form necessary to nominate a person to join the board of Deafness Forum Australia. Quick eligibility check Nominations close at close of business on 17 October 2024 in your state/territory. The person is...

Celebrating Unity and Advocacy

Celebrating Unity and Advocacy

The global Deaf community celebrates the International Week of Deaf People during the last full week of September, culminating with the International Day of the Deaf on the final Sunday. The week serves as a focal point for raising awareness about the Deaf community's...