Deaf Awareness Training for inclusive workplaces
Build a more inclusive workplace with Deaf Awareness Training from Deaf Children Australia.
Our sessions are designed to help teams better understand deafness, hearing loss, and Deaf culture and feel confident in creating respectful, inclusive environments for deaf and hard of hearing (DHH) people.
Our Deaf Awareness training is focused on lived experience, communication tips, and workplace inclusion strategies.
For custom training proposals or questions, contact us: training@deafchildren.org.au
Why Deaf Awareness Training matters
- 1 in 6 Australians experience hearing loss
- Deaf and hard of hearing people often face unintentional exclusion at work
- Awareness improves communication, accessibility, and team culture
- Disability inclusion is a legal and ethical responsibility for organisations
What you'll learn
Designed for workplaces, schools, government departments and service providers, this session offers:
- A clear understanding of deafness and hearing loss
- Insight into Deaf culture and lived experiences
- Common communication challenges — and how to overcome them
- Practical steps your team can take to create more inclusive, accessible environments
- How to work with Auslan Interpreters
Our training is delivered with warmth, lived experience and practical expertise — helping participants feel informed and empowered.
Who should attend?
- Corporate and government teams
- HR, DEI and people managers
- Customer-facing staff
- Educators, health professionals and community workers
No prior knowledge of Auslan or deafness is required.
Flexible delivery options
We offer flexible delivery to suit your needs: online (max 6 participants) or in person (max 20 participants) in Melbourne.
Sessions run for 2 hours and include a Deaf presenter and Auslan interpreter. Your team will receive informative handouts and be involved in engaging Auslan and deaf awareness activities.
Our sessions can be tailored specifically for your workplace or organisation’s needs.
Ready to book?
We’re now taking bookings for 2025.
Register your interest or download our information flyer.
For custom training proposals or questions, contact us: training@deafchildren.org.au
We also offer add on components
- Providing Auslan Content information
- Consulting on practical and workplace-specific questions such as explaining EAF and how it works
- Conducting a Workplace Modifications Assessment
- Advising on assistive technology and devices that can assist in your workplace
About Deaf Children Australia
Deaf Children Australia has been supporting deaf and hard of hearing young people and their families for over 150 years. We bring together real experience, expert knowledge and a deep understanding of what true inclusion means.
