Pre-election campaign update:
We recently surveyed the deaf community to find out which issues matter most.
Over 100 people responded - thank you!
Based on your feedback, we are advocating for four key priorities:
🔸 Deaf Health Liason officers in hospitals
🔸... Better mental health services for deaf people
🔸 A Deaf Education Policy in Victoria
🔸 A dedicated Deaf Hub for community, services and connection
We are also calling for an Auslan Commission to promote Auslan, translate government information, and support Auslan‑related projects.
We’ve shared these priorities with all major political parties ahead of the November state election.
Before the election, we’ll publish each party’s commitments and provide a clear How to Vote guide, so you can make informed choices based on their support for deaf issues.
Watch this space for more updates later this year!
Transcript in comments.
Pre-election campaign update:
We recently surveyed the deaf community to find out which issues matter most.
Over 100 people responded - thank you!
Based on your feedback, we are advocating for four key priorities:
🔸 Deaf Health Liason officers in hospitals
🔸... Better mental health services for deaf people
🔸 A Deaf Education Policy in Victoria
🔸 A dedicated Deaf Hub for community, services and connection
We are also calling for an Auslan Commission to promote Auslan, translate government information, and support Auslan‑related projects.
We’ve shared these priorities with all major political parties ahead of the November state election.
Before the election, we’ll publish each party’s commitments and provide a clear How to Vote guide, so you can make informed choices based on their support for deaf issues.
Watch this space for more updates later this year!
Transcript in comments.
🎥 (See our previous post for our Auslan video about this event)
The future: what’s ahead for deaf advocacy?
What issues will Deaf Victoria be advocating for in the years to come? And what does that mean for your future?
Join us on 27 April for an important discussion... on advocacy for deaf and hard of hearing people. We want to hear what matters most to you and gather your feedback to share directly with the Victorian Government.
We’ll also be talking about AI and how it might affect us, and whether this is something we should be advocating on.
☕ Tea, coffee, and food will be provided.
📅 27 April, 10:30am - 2:30pm
📍 John Pierce Centre, 25/35 High St, Prahran VIC 3181
✉️ RSVP: Email manager@deafvictoria.org.au
We hope to see you there!
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We are proudly delivering projects for the Peer Support and Capacity Building (PSCB) grant for the NDIS.
🎥 (See our previous post for our Auslan video about this event)
The future: what’s ahead for deaf advocacy?
What issues will Deaf Victoria be advocating for in the years to come? And what does that mean for your future?
Join us on 27 April for an important discussion... on advocacy for deaf and hard of hearing people. We want to hear what matters most to you and gather your feedback to share directly with the Victorian Government.
We’ll also be talking about AI and how it might affect us, and whether this is something we should be advocating on.
☕ Tea, coffee, and food will be provided.
📅 27 April, 10:30am - 2:30pm
📍 John Pierce Centre, 25/35 High St, Prahran VIC 3181
✉️ RSVP: Email manager@deafvictoria.org.au
We hope to see you there!
............................
We are proudly delivering projects for the Peer Support and Capacity Building (PSCB) grant for the NDIS.
The future: what’s ahead for deaf advocacy?
What issues will Deaf Victoria be advocating for in the years to come? And what does that mean for your future?
Join us on 27 April for an important discussion on advocacy for deaf and hard of hearing people. We want to hear what ...matters most to you and gather your feedback to share directly with the Victorian Government.
We’ll also be talking about AI and how it might affect us, and whether this is something we should be advocating on.
☕ Tea, coffee, and food will be provided.
📅 27 April, 10:30am - 2:30pm
📍 John Pierce Centre, 25/35 High St, Prahran VIC 3181
✉️ RSVP: Email manager@deafvictoria.org.au
We hope to see you there!
............................
We are proudly delivering projects for the Peer Support and Capacity Building (PSCB) grant for the NDIS.
Video transcript:
Gosh, the future! What's in store for us?
What does it mean for Deaf Victoria’s advocacy?
What emerging issues would you like us
to advocate for in the future?
And what does that mean for your future, too?
On 27 April, I’ll be attending an important discussion
about advocacy for deaf and hard of hearing people:
what issues matter most, and how we can advocate effectively.
We want your feedback.
Also, the Victorian Government is looking
for guidance on how they
can better support deaf people and people with disability,
and we want to pass your views directly on to them.
We’ll also be discussing artificial intelligence (AI).
You may be wondering how AI might affect deaf people,
and whether Deaf Victoria should be advocating on this issue.
This will be a chance to explore those questions together.
There will be plenty of opportunities to ask questions and join the discussion.
Tea, coffee, and food will be provided.
I hope to see you there,
on 27 April.
The venue address will be in the comments, somewhere above or below!
Cheers.
The future: what’s ahead for deaf advocacy?
What issues will Deaf Victoria be advocating for in the years to come? And what does that mean for your future?
Join us on 27 April for an important discussion on advocacy for deaf and hard of hearing people. We want to hear what ...matters most to you and gather your feedback to share directly with the Victorian Government.
We’ll also be talking about AI and how it might affect us, and whether this is something we should be advocating on.
☕ Tea, coffee, and food will be provided.
📅 27 April, 10:30am - 2:30pm
📍 John Pierce Centre, 25/35 High St, Prahran VIC 3181
✉️ RSVP: Email manager@deafvictoria.org.au
We hope to see you there!
............................
We are proudly delivering projects for the Peer Support and Capacity Building (PSCB) grant for the NDIS.
Video transcript:
Gosh, the future! What's in store for us?
What does it mean for Deaf Victoria’s advocacy?
What emerging issues would you like us
to advocate for in the future?
And what does that mean for your future, too?
On 27 April, I’ll be attending an important discussion
about advocacy for deaf and hard of hearing people:
what issues matter most, and how we can advocate effectively.
We want your feedback.
Also, the Victorian Government is looking
for guidance on how they
can better support deaf people and people with disability,
and we want to pass your views directly on to them.
We’ll also be discussing artificial intelligence (AI).
You may be wondering how AI might affect deaf people,
and whether Deaf Victoria should be advocating on this issue.
This will be a chance to explore those questions together.
There will be plenty of opportunities to ask questions and join the discussion.
Tea, coffee, and food will be provided.
I hope to see you there,
on 27 April.
The venue address will be in the comments, somewhere above or below!
Cheers.
Auslan Day is next Monday, April 13!
To celebrate, Deaf Victoria and IMHA - Independent Mental Health Advocacy are hosting a free online workshop.
The workshop will cover:
- Deaf people’s rights
- How to advocate when using mental health services
- Key laws and ...advocacy steps
This session is for Deaf people, supporters, and friends or family.
When: Monday, April 13
Time: 2:00–3:30 pm
Where: Online
Cost: Free
Register using the QR code or link on the image in our previous post.
We hope to see you there!
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We are proudly delivering projects for the Peer Support and Capacity Building (PSCB) grant for the NDIS.
Video transcript in the comments.
Auslan Day is next Monday, April 13!
To celebrate, Deaf Victoria and IMHA - Independent Mental Health Advocacy are hosting a free online workshop.
The workshop will cover:
- Deaf people’s rights
- How to advocate when using mental health services
- Key laws and ...advocacy steps
This session is for Deaf people, supporters, and friends or family.
When: Monday, April 13
Time: 2:00–3:30 pm
Where: Online
Cost: Free
Register using the QR code or link on the image in our previous post.
We hope to see you there!
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We are proudly delivering projects for the Peer Support and Capacity Building (PSCB) grant for the NDIS.
Video transcript in the comments.
Auslan Day is next Monday, April 13!
To celebrate, Deaf Victoria and IMHA - Independent Mental Health Advocacy are hosting a free online workshop.
The workshop will cover:
- Deaf people’s rights
- How to advocate when using mental health services
- Key laws and advocacy ...steps
This session is for Deaf people, supporters, and friends or family.
When: Monday, April 13
Time: 2:00–3:30 pm
Where: Online
Cost: Free
Register using the QR code, or link in bio.
We hope to see you there!
See our other recent post for our Auslan video about this event.
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We are proudly delivering projects for the Peer Support and Capacity Building (PSCB) grant for the NDIS.
Auslan Day is next Monday, April 13!
To celebrate, Deaf Victoria and IMHA - Independent Mental Health Advocacy are hosting a free online workshop.
The workshop will cover:
- Deaf people’s rights
- How to advocate when using mental health services
- Key laws and advocacy ...steps
This session is for Deaf people, supporters, and friends or family.
When: Monday, April 13
Time: 2:00–3:30 pm
Where: Online
Cost: Free
Register using the QR code or link: https://events.humanitix.com/imha-rights-and-self-advocacy-workshop-for-auslan-users-qhpw9wb9
We hope to see you there!
See our other recent post for our Auslan video about this event.
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We are proudly delivering projects for the Peer Support and Capacity Building (PSCB) grant for the NDIS.
Deaf Life Skills Workshop
Join us for our next Deaf Life Skills Workshop — a great opportunity for Deaf migrants and unemployed Deaf people to build useful, everyday skills.
🗓 Date: Thursday 9 April
🕙 Time: 10:00am – 11:30am
📍 Location: Deaf Victoria Office
Topic: ...How to book Auslan interpreters
We’ll also have a group discussion about what we learned from the last workshop on using NRS calls.
This workshop is free, and everyone is welcome. Come along to learn practical new skills, meet others and share experiences.
See you there!
Deaf Life Skills Workshop
Join us for our next Deaf Life Skills Workshop — a great opportunity for Deaf migrants and unemployed Deaf people to build useful, everyday skills.
🗓 Date: Thursday 9 April
🕙 Time: 10:00am – 11:30am
📍 Location: Deaf Victoria Office
Topic: ...How to book Auslan interpreters
We’ll also have a group discussion about what we learned from the last workshop on using NRS calls.
This workshop is free, and everyone is welcome. Come along to learn practical new skills, meet others and share experiences.
See you there!
Easter and the Victorian school holidays are nearly here!
Looking for open captioned (OC) films to enjoy with the family over the break? Hear and See lists open captioned and subtitled sessions across Australia — all in one place.
Visit: hearandsee.com.au
Filter for ...VICTORIA to find local sessions near you.
We update our listings every Wednesday — so check back weekly for the latest sessions.
#OpenCaptions #AccessibleCinema
Reposted from @hearandseehascaptions
Easter and the Victorian school holidays are nearly here!
Looking for open captioned (OC) films to enjoy with the family over the break? Hear and See lists open captioned and subtitled sessions across Australia — all in one place.
Visit: hearandsee.com.au
Filter for ...VICTORIA to find local sessions near you.
We update our listings every Wednesday — so check back weekly for the latest sessions.
#OpenCaptions #AccessibleCinema
Reposted from @hearandseehascaptions
Deaf Victoria expresses disappointment that the Victorian Police did not provide accessible information today in relation to the press release about Dezi Freeman.
Please let me know if you were affected by this.
#notgoodenough #discrimination #accessibility vicpol #vicpol #vicpolice ...#vicpoliceyoushouldbeashamed
Deaf Victoria expresses disappointment that the Victorian Police did not provide accessible information today in relation to the press release about Dezi Freeman.
Please let me know if you were affected by this.
#notgoodenough #discrimination #accessibility vicpol #vicpol #vicpolice ...#vicpoliceyoushouldbeashamed
Need help with NRS? Dont have one setup? Locked out?
NRS staff coming to help you!
Deaf life skills workshop - Thursday 26 March 10-11:30am.
Are you a deaf migrant?
Or are you deaf and unemployed?
Want to learn information and skills, such as:
How to make NRS ...calls
How the NDIS works
How to book Auslan interpreters
How to use Services Australia / Centrelink
And more?
Come to our fortnightly workshops!
🗓️ Thursdays, 10:00am – 11:30am
26 March
9 April
23 April
📍 Ross House
Level 4 – Christine McAuslan Room
247–251 Flinders Lane, Melbourne
Questions?
SMS: 0431 476 721
Email: info@deafvictoria.org.au
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We are proudly delivering projects for the Peer Support and Capacity Building (PSCB) grant for the NDIS.
Need help with NRS? Dont have one setup? Locked out?
NRS staff coming to help you!
Deaf life skills workshop - Thursday 26 March 10-11:30am.
Are you a deaf migrant?
Or are you deaf and unemployed?
Want to learn information and skills, such as:
How to make NRS ...calls
How the NDIS works
How to book Auslan interpreters
How to use Services Australia / Centrelink
And more?
Come to our fortnightly workshops!
🗓️ Thursdays, 10:00am – 11:30am
26 March
9 April
23 April
📍 Ross House
Level 4 – Christine McAuslan Room
247–251 Flinders Lane, Melbourne
Questions?
SMS: 0431 476 721
Email: info@deafvictoria.org.au
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We are proudly delivering projects for the Peer Support and Capacity Building (PSCB) grant for the NDIS.
What a success our Sign of the Times event was on Sunday! A massive thank you to our incredible and inspiring presenters Sonia, Ashleigh, and Irene. They all shared hot insights and tips to help us make the most of our time this year and beyond, and gave us a deeper understanding of the values and ...motivations that fuel us.
We’re also grateful to our amazing community who joined us and contributed their thoughtful and compelling questions. Thanks for coming! We look forward to the next time 😊
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We are proudly delivering projects for the Peer Support and Capacity Building (PSCB) grant for the NDIS.
What a success our Sign of the Times event was on Sunday! A massive thank you to our incredible and inspiring presenters Sonia, Ashleigh, and Irene. They all shared hot insights and tips to help us make the most of our time this year and beyond, and gave us a deeper understanding of the values and ...motivations that fuel us.
We’re also grateful to our amazing community who joined us and contributed their thoughtful and compelling questions. Thanks for coming! We look forward to the next time 😊
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We are proudly delivering projects for the Peer Support and Capacity Building (PSCB) grant for the NDIS.
If you have been mistreated by the Victorian Police, let us know! We can help you fight all the way to the courts if you want.
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/18aQZgyy9d/?mibextid=wwXIfr
UPDATE: Only 4 tickets left! Don't miss out - grab yours here!
https://events.humanitix.com/17th-sign-of-the-times-mid-march-kickstart
Victoria's election is coming this year. Watch this space for our advocacy work, we have plenty to share this year!
Only four sleeps to go until our much‑awaited Sign of the Times event!
JUST 19 TICKETS LEFT! 😬
In this video, Sonia Pivac, one of our fabulous presenters, shares what you can look forward to on the day, including motivational talks from four excellent deaf presenters: Sonia ...Pivac, Ashleigh Wallach, James Blyth and Irene Holub.
Learn how to manage your time and priorities, identify what truly matters to you and reconnect with meaning and purpose. All of this, packed into one powerful day!
See you there at:
📅 Sunday, 15 March, 10:00am - 4:00pm
📍 Library at the Dock
107 Victoria Harbour Promenade,
Docklands VIC 3008
🎟️ Limited tickets left, so don’t wait!
Grab yours via the link in bio
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We are proudly delivering projects for the Peer Support and Capacity Building (PSCB) grant for the NDIS.
Only four sleeps to go until our much‑awaited Sign of the Times event!
JUST 19 TICKETS LEFT! 😬
In this video, Sonia Pivac, one of our fabulous presenters, shares what you can look forward to on the day, including motivational talks from four excellent deaf presenters: Sonia ...Pivac, Ashleigh Wallach, James Blyth and Irene Holub.
Learn how to manage your time and priorities, identify what truly matters to you and reconnect with meaning and purpose. All of this, packed into one powerful day!
See you there at:
📅 Sunday, 15 March, 10:00am - 4:00pm
📍 Library at the Dock
107 Victoria Harbour Promenade,
Docklands VIC 3008
🎟️ Limited tickets left, so don’t wait!
Grab yours here: https://events.humanitix.com/17th-sign-of-the-times-mid-march-kickstart
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We are proudly delivering projects for the Peer Support and Capacity Building (PSCB) grant for the NDIS.
Are you a deaf migrant?
Or are you deaf and unemployed?
Want to learn information and skills, such as:
How to make NRS calls
How the NDIS works
How to book Auslan interpreters
How to use Services Australia / Centrelink
And more?
Come to our fortnightly ...workshops!
🗓️ Thursdays, 10:00am – 11:30am
12 March
26 March
9 April
23 April
📍 Ross House
Level 4 – Christine McAuslan Room
247–251 Flinders Lane, Melbourne
Questions?
SMS: 0431 476 721
Email: info@deafvictoria.org.au
...................
We are proudly delivering projects for the Peer Support and Capacity Building (PSCB) grant for the NDIS.
Are you a deaf migrant?
Or are you deaf and unemployed?
Want to learn information and skills, such as:
How to make NRS calls
How the NDIS works
How to book Auslan interpreters
How to use Services Australia / Centrelink
And more?
Come to our fortnightly ...workshops!
🗓️ Thursdays, 10:00am – 11:30am
12 March
26 March
9 April
23 April
📍 Ross House
Level 4 – Christine McAuslan Room
247–251 Flinders Lane, Melbourne
Questions?
SMS: 0431 476 721
Email: info@deafvictoria.org.au
...................
We are proudly delivering projects for the Peer Support and Capacity Building (PSCB) grant for the NDIS.
Will have Auslan interpreter there! Looking like a great (deadly) event this year!
