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Online AEST Constitution Consultation
Online AEST Constitution Consultation
Friday 18th August Evening Session – 6pm – 8:30pm AEST
Bookmark your calendars for this event! We will be discussing the proposed changes to DA’s constitution and gathering community feedback. Do you have other advocacy issues? Now is your chance to talk to us about your advocacy needs.
Update from DA board member Kai regarding WFD 2027 Congress location
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On 12th July, following the completion of the 2023 WFD Congress in South Korea, Deaf Australia would like to provide you with a follow-up update regarding the outcomes arising from the video released about the winning bid for the UAE to host the next WFD Congress in 2027.
Deaf Australia, along with 21 other countries, submitted a motion to call for an EGA (Extraordinary General Assembly) to address concerns related to the upcoming congress. The intention behind this motion is not to withdraw the hosting rights from the UAE but rather to ensure that no discrimination towards LGBTIQA+ people occur, and that freedom of speech is safeguarded during the event.
WFD has formally sent through an acknowledgement and receipt of this motion and has informed their members that the motion has been added to their next Board meeting agenda. We do not know when this board meeting is, but the Board has announced that they will provide updates to us in August about how they plan to proceed with the hosting of the EGA.
Normally, at the closing ceremony of the WFD Congress, the flag is handed over to the next hosting country. However, this did not happen, and we, Australia, are not happy about this. We think that the flag presentation should have happened, and normal processes should have happened while these issues were being resolved.
We are aware of another motion from 21 other countries who oppose the motion for an EGA. Their motion includes very valid points about not creating a divide between Deaf people and communities, and the democracy processes being upheld; and stresses the importance of respecting diverse customs, laws and values across different nations. We agree with these points, however we want to ensure that ALL Deaf people, whatever their identity is, can participate freely and as little or much as they want to.
When we receive more information, we will update you. Thank you.
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Opening slide: Graphic features white Deaf Australia logo on a blue and green gradient background. Text reads “Published 31 July 2023. Update from DA Board Member Kai Regarding WFD 2027 Congress Location.”
Video: Kai is wearing a black t-shirt, has short dark hair, and is standing against a grey background. He is signing with a clear and open manner towards the camera.
Closing slide: Graphic features white Deaf Australia logo on a green and blue gradient background. Text reads “Deaf Australia is a Deaf-leg advocacy and information organisation in Australia representing all Deaf, Deafblind, and hard-of-hearing people and others who use Auslan (Australian Sign Language) as their language of preference. Contact us: [email icon] [email protected], [website icon] www.deafaustralia.org.au, [Instagram and Twitter icons] @deafaustralia, [Facebook icon] DeafAustraliaInc”
Deaf Australia are coming to Melbourne for NDIS Review sessions
Video coming soon!
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Deaf Australia are coming to Melbourne for NDIS Review sessions on
Venue TBD
Friday 25th August Evening Session – 5pm – 8pm Time TBD
DA Constitution & Community Consultation
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Saturday 26th August Morning Session – 9:30am – 1pm Time TBD
NDIS Review (paid opportunity)
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Saturday 26th August Afternoon Session – 2pm – 5pm Time TBD
NDIS Youth Review (paid opportunity)
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Watch the video to see why your feedback is important to improve NDIS for the Deaf community.
We have limited spots available, and they’re filling up fast!
Online Youth NDIS Review
Online Youth NDIS Review
Wednesday 16th August Evening Session – 5pm – 8pm AEST
Watch the video to see why your feedback is important to improve NDIS for the Deaf community. We have limited spots available, and they’re filling up fast!
Deaf Australia are coming to Brisbane for NDIS Review sessions
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Hello, my name is Julie Lyons (sign name), and I'm a Deaf Australia Board member. I'm creating this vlog to discuss upcoming events that you may have already seen Deaf Australia promoting. We'll be in Brisbane this Friday, August 11th, from 5pm to 8pm. This will be a valuable opportunity to engage in conversations about Deaf Australia's accomplishments, future plans, and the constitution consultation. It's truly worth your while to attend and participate in these important discussions. Everyone is welcome to join.
On the following day, Saturday, August 12th, there will be an NDIS review meeting from 9:30am to 1pm. So you can share your feedback and opinions on the effectiveness of the NDIS system. Your input matters to help improve NDIS. You will get paid for your time.
Also on the same Saturday, at 2pm to 5pm, we will be holding an NDIS youth review. This is important for individuals under 25 years old, and parents of young individuals are also encouraged to attend. You will get paid for your time too.
RSVP is mandatory ASAP so that Deaf Australia can prepare for the events. This includes catering arrangements. The events will take place at the Deaf Connect Community Centre. Please feel free to reach out to Deaf Australia's CEO, Jen, myself, or DCCQ.
We look forward to seeing you there. Goodbye.
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Hello, I'm River, and I will be hosting the Youth NDIS review. This review is for young Deaf individuals aged between 13 to 25 years old. Parents are welcome to accompany those who are between 13 to 18 years old if they want some support.
The NDIS review is scheduled for this Saturday, August 12th, from 1pm to 4pm. [DA Note: the workshop will be from 2pm to 5pm not 1pm to 4pm.] Please refer to the provided text for the location address. This event is an opportunity for youthsto share their feedback and opinions on what is and isn't working within the NDIS system.
The discussions during the workshop will be kept completely confidential. The NDIS will not have access to participants' names, except for those present including DA staff and myself during the event. There will be two interpreters to voice the discussions, and the session will be recorded.
Hope to see you there and not to miss out on this exciting opportunity.
Deaf Australia are coming to Brisbane for NDIS Review sessions on
Venue: Deaf Connect Office
915 Ipswich Rd. Moorooka QLD
Friday 11th August Evening Session – 5pm – 8pm
DA Constitution & Community Consultation
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Saturday 12th August Morning Session – 9:30am – 1pm
NDIS Review (paid opportunity)
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Saturday 12th August Afternoon Session – 2pm – 5pm
NDIS Youth Review (paid opportunity)
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We have limited spots available, and they’re filling up fast!
Online Parents of Deaf Children NDIS Review
Video coming soon!
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Online Parents of Deaf Children NDIS Review
Thursday 10th August Evening Session – 7pm – 10pm AEST
Watch the video to see why your feedback is important to improve NDIS for the Deaf community. We have limited spots available, and they’re filling up fast!
Online AWST NDIS Review
Online NDIS Review Western Timezone
Wednesday 9th August Evening Session – 6pm – 9pm AWST
Watch the video to see why your feedback is important to improve NDIS for the Deaf community. We have limited spots available, and they’re filling up fast!
Online AEST NDIS Review
Online NDIS Review Eastern Timezone
Tuesday 8th August Evening Session – 6pm – 9pm AEST
Watch the video to see why your feedback is important to improve NDIS for the Deaf community. We have limited spots available, and they’re filling up fast!
Deaf Australia are coming to Perth for NDIS Review sessions
General video from Board Member Susan
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Hi WA Deaf community,
Today, I am wearing my Deaf Australia Board hat, and I want to inform you about four upcoming meetings. Deaf Australia is the national peak advocacy organisation representing Deaf people in Australia. Our CEO, Jen Blyth, will be flying to Perth to meet with Deaf individuals here in WA.
There will be four meetings scheduled for the weekend after this one. Hope you all can be involved please. On Friday night, August 4th, we will have the NDIS review meeting for youth. The purpose of this meeting is to share your experiences with NDIS, including your parents' involvement prior to getting the NDIS. Whether you are now independent or have any positive or negative feedback, we would like to hear from you. Jack Klem will be facilitating this meeting.
On Saturday morning, August 5th, at the Osborne Park Bowling Club, we will have the general NDIS review meeting for Deaf adults. This meeting will provide you with an opportunity to share your positive and negative feedback, among other things. The session will run from 9 am to 11:30 am, and we hope to involve a maximum of 15 people. Please see the text below for more information and to reserve your spot.
The last two meetings will take place on Saturday afternoon at the Herdsman Tavern at Lake Monger, next to the old Access Plus WA office. These meetings will focus on discussing Deaf Australia's constitution, making necessary updates and changes based on your feedback. The fourth meeting will be a community consultation to collect your ideas, feedback, and experiences so that Deaf Australia can advocate effectively for all Deaf people in Australia. You will have the opportunity to ask questions to Jen for more information. I truly hope that all of you can attend. I would love to meet you all and introduce you to Jen. I hope that WA will take the initiative to support what's happening nationally.
For more information, please feel free to contact me. In case I haven't introduced myself, my name is Susan Bates, and my sign name is SB. If you need more information, please do not hesitate to get in touch.
Goodbye.
Youth video from Jack Klem
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Hi. My name is Jack Klem (sign name), and I'm from Perth, WA. I have an exciting announcement that I will be facilitating the youth NDIS review session. This session is important for young Deaf people to discuss how the NDIS can improve to better meet the needs of the Deaf Community. It will take place on the 4th of August from 5:00pm to 8:30pm at The Grove Library, near Cottlesloe train station. This session is an Auslan-only event, so all Deaf, Deafblind, and others are welcome to attend. We will be providing dinner, possibly pizzas. Hope to see you there!
Deaf Australia are coming to Perth for NDIS Review sessions on
Friday 4th August Evening Session – 5pm – 8:30pm
NDIS Youth Review (paid opportunity)
The Grove Library – 1 Leake St, Peppermint Grove (near Cottlesloe train station)
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Saturday 5th August Morning Session – 9am – 11:30am
NDIS Review (paid opportunity)
Osborne Park Bowling Club – 31 Park St, Tuart Hill
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Saturday 5th August Afternoon Session – 1pm-3pm
DA Constitution & Community Consultation
Herdsman Lake Tavern – 33 Herdsman Parade, Wembley
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Watch the video to see why your feedback is important to improve NDIS for the Deaf community.
We have limited spots available, and they’re filling up fast!