The Inquiry into voting centre accessibility results are out!
Video reposted from @victorianparliament
Check out the full report here: vicparl.news/vca
Video transcript:
An inquiry into voting centre accessibility recommends that a new approach be adopted to ...support people with disability at elections. This new approach would better integrate accessibility into planning and processes, and would include a broader understanding of disability. The inquiry also identified a number of simple changes, such as providing more seating at voting centres, better communicating what supports are available, making accessibility tools easier to access, and a number of bigger changes, such as a trial of specially trained accessibility officers at voting centres and publishing more information about the accessibility of venues. Access the executive summary and Auslan on the website.
The Inquiry into voting centre accessibility results are out!
Video reposted from @victorianparliament
Check out the full report here: vicparl.news/vca
Video transcript:
An inquiry into voting centre accessibility recommends that a new approach be adopted to ...support people with disability at elections. This new approach would better integrate accessibility into planning and processes, and would include a broader understanding of disability. The inquiry also identified a number of simple changes, such as providing more seating at voting centres, better communicating what supports are available, making accessibility tools easier to access, and a number of bigger changes, such as a trial of specially trained accessibility officers at voting centres and publishing more information about the accessibility of venues. Access the executive summary and Auslan on the website.
A sad announcement, our first president Malcolm Shannon passed away recently. 😢 See youtube video and transcription in comments below about his incredible impact on Deaf Victoria.
Transcript: I want to make a sad announcement, our first president Malcolm Shannon passed away recently.
He was involved with the Deaf Committee in the late 1970s and when they started challenging the deaf society, they were disbanded.
In 1982, during the UN’s International Year of ...Disabilities, deaf people realised they could form their own organisation separate to the deaf society.
Thus, VCOD (Victorian Council of Deaf People, which became Deaf Victoria) was born at the first Annual General Meeting in November 1982.
Malcolm believed in deaf equal rights and empowerment of our own affairs.
Malcolm was at the AGM and was well respected by his peers to be elected the first Deaf President of our own organisation.
He moved out of state when he married but recently moved back to Victoria and when he visited our office and said he was so proud to see the organisation grow from a small volunteer run organisation to a professional funded organisation.
He always made time to give us his valued ideas and time in consultations we facilitated.
He was always ready to tell many stories and with his infectious smile, people loved to hear those stories. He had a big warm heart for everyone.
We will always remember and miss him. Condolences to his family and friends from all of us at Deaf Victoria.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MxGXtmR2RNA
Transcript: I want to make a sad announcement, our first president ...
youtu.beWant 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.
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.
Celebrating the Geelong Deaf Community through National Week of Deaf People!
This interview project shines a light on the diversity of Geelong’s Deaf community and shows in each video that we can do anything 💪🙌
Meet Renee D’Offay, who became deaf later in life, is an ...author of her own book, and teaches families Auslan.
In case you missed them, check out our other two interviews of Brian and Jenny Bernal, and Mel Pritchard, posted earlier this week!
Videography credit to: @anastasialekontseva
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We are proudly delivering projects for the Peer Support and Capacity Building (PSCB) grant for the NDIS.
Celebrating the Geelong Deaf Community through National Week of Deaf People!
This interview project shines a light on the diversity of Geelong’s Deaf community and shows in each video that we can do anything 💪🙌
Meet Renee D’Offay, who became deaf later in life, is an ...author of her own book, and teaches families Auslan.
In case you missed them, check out our other two interviews of Brian and Jenny Bernal, and Mel Pritchard, posted earlier this week!
Videography credit to: @anastasialekontseva
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We are proudly delivering projects for the Peer Support and Capacity Building (PSCB) grant for the NDIS.
Looking for open-captioned movies to watch in the cinemas these school holidays?
Look no further than the Hear and See Captions website! https://hearandsee.com.au/
Reposted from @hearandseehascaptions
Looking for open-captioned movies to watch in the cinemas these school holidays?⠀
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Look no further than the Hear and See Captions website! https://hearandsee.com.au/⠀
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Reposted from @hearandseehascaptions
Celebrating the Geelong Deaf Community through National Week of Deaf People!
This interview project shines a light on the diversity of Geelong’s Deaf community and shows in each video that we can do anything 💪🙌
Meet Mel Pritchard: Deaf Victoria staff, cancer survivor, ...juggling two jobs, and queer mum to 2 boys and 3 cats.
If you missed it, check out our interview with Brian and Jenny Bernal, posted yesterday. And keep an eye out on one more interview, coming tomorrow!
Videography credit to: @anastasialekontseva
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We are proudly delivering projects for the Peer Support and Capacity Building (PSCB) grant for the NDIS.
Celebrating the Geelong Deaf Community through National Week of Deaf People!
This interview project shines a light on the diversity of Geelong’s Deaf community and shows in each video that we can do anything 💪🙌
Meet Mel Pritchard: Deaf Victoria staff, cancer survivor, ...juggling two jobs, and queer mum to 2 boys and 3 cats.
If you missed it, check out our interview with Brian and Jenny Bernal, posted yesterday. And keep an eye out on one more interview, coming tomorrow!
Videography credit to: @anastasialekontseva
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We are proudly delivering projects for the Peer Support and Capacity Building (PSCB) grant for the NDIS.
Celebrating the Geelong Deaf Community through National Week of Deaf People!
This interview project shines a light on the diversity of Geelong’s Deaf community and shows in each video that we can do anything 💪🙌
Meet Brian & Jenny Bernal: huge influences in Auslan ...teaching at university, key contributors to the VSDC Auslan Dictionary and Deaf history lovers.
Keep an eye out on our social platforms for two more interviews coming out this week!
Videography credit to: @anastasialekontseva
Celebrating the Geelong Deaf Community through National Week of Deaf People!
This interview project shines a light on the diversity of Geelong’s Deaf community and shows in each video that we can do anything 💪🙌
Meet Brian & Jenny Bernal: huge influences in Auslan ...teaching at university, key contributors to the VSDC Auslan Dictionary and Deaf history lovers.
Keep an eye out on our social platforms for two more interviews coming out this week!
Videography credit to: @anastasialekontseva
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We are proudly delivering projects for the Peer Support and Capacity Building (PSCB) grant for the NDIS.
Happy National Week of Deaf People! This week, we're especially proud to celebrate our wonderful Deaf and hard of hearing community.
See what our Deaf Victoria staff had to say about the things they're excited for this week! And be sure to keep an eye out on our social platforms ...this week for some fun content.
Looking for events to attend? Check out our earlier post for the community events happening this week!
Share with us in the comments - what are you excited for this week?!
Transcript:
Happy National Week of Deaf People!
This week I'm excited to meet and mingle with lots of different deaf people.
This week, I'm excited to celebrate Deaf identity. This is important for our sense of social belonging, connection with our community and mental wellbeing.
I'm excited to see more awareness raised among of hearing people around the importance of sign language and our rights around its use.
I'm looking forward to celebrating Auslan and the wonderful access provided to the Deaf community.
I'm excited to celebrate our beautiful Deaf community's diversity and inclusion
I'm really excited for all the different Deaf community events!
I'm excited to reflect on our community's achievements to date.
I'm excited to see Auslan recognition - not only during one week, but rippling through the Deaf community and into government services, too!
I'm happy to support the week ahead and excited to learn more Auslan. Cheers!
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We are proudly delivering projects for the Peer Support and Capacity Building (PSCB) grant for the NDIS.
Happy National Week of Deaf People! This week, we're especially proud to celebrate our wonderful Deaf and hard of hearing community.
See what our Deaf Victoria staff had to say about the things they're excited for this week! And be sure to keep an eye out on our social platforms ...this week for some fun content.
Looking for events to attend? Check out our earlier post for the community events happening this week!
Share with us in the comments - what are you excited for this week?!
Transcript:
Happy National Week of Deaf People!
This week I'm excited to meet and mingle with lots of different deaf people.
This week, I'm excited to celebrate Deaf identity. This is important for our sense of social belonging, connection with our community and mental wellbeing.
I'm excited to see more awareness raised among of hearing people around the importance of sign language and our rights around its use.
I'm looking forward to celebrating Auslan and the wonderful access provided to the Deaf community.
I'm excited to celebrate our beautiful Deaf community's diversity and inclusion
I'm really excited for all the different Deaf community events!
I'm excited to reflect on our community's achievements to date.
I'm excited to see Auslan recognition - not only during one week, but rippling through the Deaf community and into government services, too!
I'm happy to support the week ahead and excited to learn more Auslan. Cheers!
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We are proudly delivering projects for the Peer Support and Capacity Building (PSCB) grant for the NDIS.
Why does Auslan do that?
Joint our National Week of Deaf People Workshop!
Ever wondered why Auslan uses space, movement, face and body the way it does—or why some signs change over time? Join this relaxed, interactive workshop to explore the “hidden rules” of everyday signing. No... linguistics knowledge needed—just bring your Auslan and curiosity. Its free - Deaf participants get priority; others go on a waitlist.
🗓️ Friday 25 September 4pm - 5:30pm
📍 Ross House, 3/251 Flinders Ln, Melbourne
Secure your ticket via the link in our bio or here: https://events.humanitix.com/why-does-auslan-do-that-deaf-community-event-with-darlene-thornton
But hurry - tickets close on 23 September!
Event conducted in Auslan only. Deaf participants get priority; others go on a waitlist.
Transcript: Hi everyone. I want to remind you all that National Week of Deaf People starts next week! Our Deaf Victoria team has posted a video announcing a workshop on Friday 25 September with Darlene Thornton. Darlene will teach us about Auslan and unpack the interesting meanings behind different signs. It's a great opportunity for the Deaf community to come along, learn something new, catch up, and socialise. The workshop is free, but you do need to register through the Humanitix link. It's a really good opportunity, especially as Friday is a public holiday. You may not have work or school, but you can still come into the city, meet up with other Deaf people, have a chat, and learn more about Auslan through Darlene's presentation. See you there!
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We are proudly delivering projects for the Peer Support and Capacity Building (PSCB) grant for the NDIS.
Why does Auslan do that?
Joint our National Week of Deaf People Workshop!
Ever wondered why Auslan uses space, movement, face and body the way it does—or why some signs change over time? Join this relaxed, interactive workshop to explore the “hidden rules” of everyday signing. No... linguistics knowledge needed—just bring your Auslan and curiosity. Its free - Deaf participants get priority; others go on a waitlist.
🗓️ Friday 25 September 4pm - 5:30pm
📍 Ross House, 3/251 Flinders Ln, Melbourne
Secure your ticket via the link in our bio or here: https://events.humanitix.com/why-does-auslan-do-that-deaf-community-event-with-darlene-thornton
But hurry - tickets close on 23 September!
Event conducted in Auslan only. Deaf participants get priority; others go on a waitlist.
Transcript: Hi everyone. I want to remind you all that National Week of Deaf People starts next week! Our Deaf Victoria team has posted a video announcing a workshop on Friday 25 September with Darlene Thornton. Darlene will teach us about Auslan and unpack the interesting meanings behind different signs. It's a great opportunity for the Deaf community to come along, learn something new, catch up, and socialise. The workshop is free, but you do need to register through the Humanitix link. It's a really good opportunity, especially as Friday is a public holiday. You may not have work or school, but you can still come into the city, meet up with other Deaf people, have a chat, and learn more about Auslan through Darlene's presentation. See you there!
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We are proudly delivering projects for the Peer Support and Capacity Building (PSCB) grant for the NDIS.
(UPDATED VERSION)
Looking for something to do during National Week of Deaf People?
Check out these community events happening across Victoria!
Saturday 19 September, 11am to 5pm
Deaf Art Science Festival
Science Gallery Melbourne
The University of Melbourne, ...Parkville
Sunday 20 September, 11am
Auslan Signed Mass
Hosted by John Pierce Centre
St Joseph's Church, Northcote
Sunday 20 September, 10am to 2pm
Deaf Connect NWDP Community Day
Braybrook Community Hub, Braybrook
Monday 21 September, 10am
Pankina Social Group
John Pierce Centre, Prahran
Thursday 24 September, 2pm to 4:30pm
Deaf Victoria Craft & Chat
Bluebird House, Geelong
Thursday 24 Sept 5:30pm
Deaf Running Club, hosted by Deaf Sports Recreation Victoria
Morell Bridge, Melbourne
Friday 25 Sept 4-5:30pm
"Why does Auslan do that?" Workshop with Darlene Thornton, hosted by Deaf Victoria
Ross House, Melbourne
Saturday 26 September, 9am
Urban Climb Deaf & Hard of Hearing Member Meet Up (SOLD OUT)
Urban Climb, Collingwood
For more information, please contact the organisers directly or visit their social media pages.
Disclaimer: Deaf Victoria is not affiliated with these events or organisations aside from ones we have arranged ourselves. We are simply sharing public Deaf community events taking place during National Week of Deaf People.
(UPDATED VERSION)
Looking for something to do during National Week of Deaf People?
Check out these community events happening across Victoria!
Saturday 19 September, 11am to 5pm
Deaf Art Science Festival
Science Gallery Melbourne
The University of Melbourne, ...Parkville
Sunday 20 September, 11am
Auslan Signed Mass
Hosted by John Pierce Centre
St Joseph's Church, Northcote
Sunday 20 September, 10am to 2pm
Deaf Connect NWDP Community Day
Braybrook Community Hub, Braybrook
Monday 21 September, 10am
Pankina Social Group
John Pierce Centre, Prahran
Thursday 24 September, 2pm to 4:30pm
Deaf Victoria Craft & Chat
Bluebird House, Geelong
Thursday 24 Sept 5:30pm
Deaf Running Club, hosted by Deaf Sports Recreation Victoria
Morell Bridge, Melbourne
Friday 25 Sept 4-5:30pm
"Why does Auslan do that?" Workshop with Darlene Thornton, hosted by Deaf Victoria
Ross House, Melbourne
Saturday 26 September, 9am
Urban Climb Deaf & Hard of Hearing Member Meet Up (SOLD OUT)
Urban Climb, Collingwood
For more information, please contact the organisers directly or visit their social media pages.
Disclaimer: Deaf Victoria is not affiliated with these events or organisations aside from ones we have arranged ourselves. We are simply sharing public Deaf community events taking place during National Week of Deaf People.
Looking for something to do during National Week of Deaf People?
Check out these community events happening across Victoria!
Saturday 19 September, 11am to 5pm
Deaf Art Science Festival
Science Gallery Melbourne
The University of Melbourne, Parkville
Sunday 20 ...September, 11am
Auslan Signed Mass
Hosted by John Pierce Centre
St Joseph's Church, Northcote
Sunday 20 September, 10am to 2pm
Deaf Connect NWDP Community Day
Braybrook Community Hub, Braybrook
Monday 21 September, 10am
Pankina Social Group
John Pierce Centre, Prahran
Thursday 24 September, 2pm to 4:30pm
Deaf Victoria Craft & Chat
Bluebird House, Geelong
Saturday 26 September, 9am
Urban Climb Deaf & Hard of Hearing Member Meet Up
Urban Climb, Collingwood
For more information, please contact the organisers directly or visit their social media pages.
Disclaimer: Deaf Victoria is not affiliated with these events or organisations aside from one we have arranged ourselves. We are simply sharing public Deaf community events taking place during National Week of Deaf People.
Looking for something to do during National Week of Deaf People?
Check out these community events happening across Victoria!
Saturday 19 September, 11am to 5pm
Deaf Art Science Festival
Science Gallery Melbourne
The University of Melbourne, Parkville
Sunday 20 ...September, 11am
Auslan Signed Mass
Hosted by John Pierce Centre
St Joseph's Church, Northcote
Sunday 20 September, 10am to 2pm
Deaf Connect NWDP Community Day
Braybrook Community Hub, Braybrook
Monday 21 September, 10am
Pankina Social Group
John Pierce Centre, Prahran
Thursday 24 September, 2pm to 4:30pm
Deaf Victoria Craft & Chat
Bluebird House, Geelong
Saturday 26 September, 9am
Urban Climb Deaf & Hard of Hearing Member Meet Up
Urban Climb, Collingwood
For more information, please contact the organisers directly or visit their social media pages.
Disclaimer: Deaf Victoria is not affiliated with these events or organisations aside from one we have arranged ourselves. We are simply sharing public Deaf community events taking place during National Week of Deaf People.
🎥 (See our other recent post for our Auslan video about this event)
Why does Auslan do that?
Joint our National Week of Deaf People Workshop!
Ever wondered why Auslan uses space, movement, face and body the way it does—or why some signs change over time? Join this relaxed, ...interactive workshop to explore the “hidden rules” of everyday signing. No linguistics knowledge needed—just bring your Auslan and curiosity. Its free - Deaf participants get priority; others go on a waitlist.
🗓️ Friday 25 September 4pm - 5:30pm
📍 Ross House, 3/251 Flinders Ln, Melbourne
Secure your ticket via the link in our bio or here: https://events.humanitix.com/why-does-auslan-do-that-deaf-community-event-with-darlene-thornton
But hurry - tickets close on 23 September!
Event conducted in Auslan only. Deaf participants get priority; others go on a waitlist.
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We are proudly delivering projects for the Peer Support and Capacity Building (PSCB) grant for the NDIS.
🎥 (See our other recent post for our Auslan video about this event)
Why does Auslan do that?
Joint our National Week of Deaf People Workshop!
Ever wondered why Auslan uses space, movement, face and body the way it does—or why some signs change over time? Join this relaxed, ...interactive workshop to explore the “hidden rules” of everyday signing. No linguistics knowledge needed—just bring your Auslan and curiosity. Its free - Deaf participants get priority; others go on a waitlist.
🗓️ Friday 25 September 4pm - 5:30pm
📍 Ross House, 3/251 Flinders Ln, Melbourne
Secure your ticket via the link in our bio or here: https://events.humanitix.com/why-does-auslan-do-that-deaf-community-event-with-darlene-thornton
But hurry - tickets close on 23 September!
Event conducted in Auslan only. Deaf participants get priority; others go on a waitlist.
........................
We are proudly delivering projects for the Peer Support and Capacity Building (PSCB) grant for the NDIS.
Why does Auslan do that?
Joint our National Week of Deaf People Workshop!
Ever wondered why Auslan uses space, movement, face and body the way it does—or why some signs change over time? Join this relaxed, interactive workshop to explore the “hidden rules” of everyday ...signing. No linguistics knowledge needed—just bring your Auslan and curiosity. Its free - Deaf participants get priority; others go on a waitlist.
🗓️ Friday 25 September 4pm - 5:30pm
📍 Ross House, 3/251 Flinders Ln, Melbourne
Secure your ticket via the link in our bio or here: https://events.humanitix.com/why-does-auslan-do-that-deaf-community-event-with-darlene-thornton
But hurry - tickets close on 23 September!
Event conducted in Auslan only. Deaf participants get priority; others go on a waitlist.
........................
We are proudly delivering projects for the Peer Support and Capacity Building (PSCB) grant for the NDIS.
Transcript in comments.
Why does Auslan do that?
Joint our National Week of Deaf People Workshop!
Ever wondered why Auslan uses space, movement, face and body the way it does—or why some signs change over time? Join this relaxed, interactive workshop to explore the “hidden rules” of everyday ...signing. No linguistics knowledge needed—just bring your Auslan and curiosity. Its free - Deaf participants get priority; others go on a waitlist.
🗓️ Friday 25 September 4pm - 5:30pm
📍 Ross House, 3/251 Flinders Ln, Melbourne
Secure your ticket via the link in our bio or here: https://events.humanitix.com/why-does-auslan-do-that-deaf-community-event-with-darlene-thornton
But hurry - tickets close on 23 September!
Event conducted in Auslan only. Deaf participants get priority; others go on a waitlist.
........................
We are proudly delivering projects for the Peer Support and Capacity Building (PSCB) grant for the NDIS.
Transcript in comments.
Our two GM's - Philip and Natasha visited Geelong today to meet with Deaf Victoria staff - Mel and other Deaf community members to discuss the future for Deaf programs and services in the Geelong area.👏
#DeafCommunity #GeelongMeeting #FuturePrograms #DeafServicesGeelong ...#CollaborationInclusion
Our two GM's - Philip and Natasha visited Geelong today to meet with Deaf Victoria staff - Mel and other Deaf community members to discuss the future for Deaf programs and services in the Geelong area.👏
#DeafCommunity #GeelongMeeting #FuturePrograms #DeafServicesGeelong ...#CollaborationInclusion
Transcript:
Hi everyone! The next Deaf Life Skills Workshop is on Thursday 10 September from 10-11:30am in Melbourne CBD, at Ross House on the same floor level as the
Deaf Victoria office. Our next topic will be employment. We'll discuss looking for work, applying for jobs and answer ...any questions you might have about employment. If you're keen to learn more, come along. Or if you're bored at home with nothing to do, feel free to join us, too! It would be great to see familiar faces as well as old ones. I look forward to seeing you at the next workshop! Bye!
Transcript:
Hi everyone! The next Deaf Life Skills Workshop is on Thursday 10 September from 10-11:30am in Melbourne CBD, at Ross House on the same floor level as the
Deaf Victoria office. Our next topic will be employment. We'll discuss looking for work, applying for jobs and answer ...any questions you might have about employment. If you're keen to learn more, come along. Or if you're bored at home with nothing to do, feel free to join us, too! It would be great to see familiar faces as well as old ones. I look forward to seeing you at the next workshop! Bye!