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A voice for deaf and hard of hearing Victorians
Deaf Victoria advocates on behalf of deaf and hard of hearing Victorians aiming to make Victoria more inclusive and accessible.
We are funded by the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing to provide free individual advocacy services. We undertake systemic advocacy and provide education and consultancy services.
Deaf Victoria is excited to announce our next Annual General Meeting! 🥳 Join us with free dinner and drink on the evening of 27 November for a celebration of our successes achieved over the past year. It is also an opportunity for our community (YOU) to share their input and feedback about the work we do, to make sure our goals are aligned with community interests.
We are also pleased to share that we will have Dr. Ramas McRae as a special guest presenter to share about his investigation into global best practice Deaf mental health service provision in Europe, USA and Asia and how we can advocate for better access in this area.
Everyone is welcome, including members and non-members! So save the date in your calendars, invite your friends, and keep an eye on our upcoming updates.
Transcript:
Every year, we at Deaf Victoria advocate extensively to governments, large organisations and community settings, educating them about the needs of deaf people. We represent our deaf community, but in order to represent you well we need to regularly seek community input and be transparent about the things we're doing. We'll be sharing these things this on 27 November this year in the city at the same location as previous years, and we'll be having a special guest presenter, too. We'll provide food and drinks, and it's an opportunity to bring your questions and curiosities, and talk about our advocacy, what's effective and what's not. And members can also vote about the things we're doing. It's important at Deaf Victoria that we don't just run and decide things ourselves, but seek community input and feedback to make sure that our goals are aligned with community interests. Our presenter will be Dr Ramas McRae. He's going to be presenting about his recent deaf studies around the world about mental health services. Deaf Victoria understand the importance of mental health, given the numerous barriers deaf people have faced in this field, so it's a good opportunity for him to come and present about what he's learnt overseas and how we can advocate for mental health here in Victoria. I hope you come. There'll be free food and drinks, opportunities to chat, network and catch up, and listen to our discussions about what we're doing so far. See you there! ...
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In a partnership with Deaf Victoria and Women with Disabilities Victoria in collaboration with Cancer Council.
A 90 minute session presented by Women with Disabilities Victoria in collaboration with Cancer Council. The session will talk about the importance of cervical screening, answer any questions relating to the program, discuss accessibility screening clinics, explain the at home screening option now available and other pieces of useful information. Free for all women.
Wednesday 18th November, 12.30pm - 2.00pm
Ross House
Level 3 - Jenny Florence Room
247–251 Flinders Lane, Melbourne
RSVP by 18 Nov: link in Instagram bio / events.humanitix.com/cervical-cancer-screening-education-session
Light refreshments and Auslan interpreter provided.
If you have any questions or specific access requirements, please email us: info@deafvictoria.org.au
Transcript: Deaf Victoria will host a presentation about women's cervical cancer screening.This is a collaboration between two organisations: Women with Disabilities Victoria and Cancer Council. They will explain what cervical screening involves and its importance in reducing the risk of cervical cancer. This information is for women aged 25 to 74. The old name for this test was the Pap smear, which is now called cervical screening. Come along to learn more about why it is important and about accessibility when attending different testing locations. There is also now a home screening option, which means you can do the test yourself at home. We will talk about how to access this option. It's also an opportunity to come and ask any questions you may have about the test. The presentation will take place on Wednesday 18 November, from 12:30 pm to 2:00 pm. Light refreshments and Auslan interpreters will be provided. You will need to RSVP. Please see the link in the description. The event will be held at the Deaf Victoria office at Ross House, Level 3. See you there. ...
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Want to know how Parliament works? With the state election coming up, it's a great time to learn more! Join us for an Auslan tour of Parliament House led by Deaf Victoria Executive General Manager Philip Waters!
🗓️Thursday, 29 October, 5pm - 6pm (please arrive 15 minutes early to get through security first)
📍Parliament House Victoria, Spring Street, Melbourne - meet inside the foyer
Limited spots available so be sure to book! To book your spot, please email community@parliament.vic.gov.au
This event is delivered in proud partnership between the Parliament of Victoria @victorianparliament and Deaf Victoria.
Transcript: You may know we have our upcoming election soon on 28 November. Those who become MPs will work together in government or oppositions. But do you know where they'll work together? At Parliament House! I'm going to be presenting and delivering a tour for deaf Auslan users explaining how the Parliament House works,
about their history and much more. I won't spoil it and tell you anything more - you'll have to come and see for yourselves! If you're interested, you'll need to register your name. The tour is free and will take place at 5-6pm on 28 of October. ...
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