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Why Lived Experience Support Matters for Families of Deaf Children
Fostering Inclusion 09 February 2026

Why Lived Experience Support Matters for Families of Deaf Children

Support grounded in lived experience plays a vital role in the wellbeing, confidence and decision making of families of deaf children. When ...

Why Deaf History Matters
Fostering Inclusion 16 January 2026

Why Deaf History Matters

Deaf history in Australia is rich, meaningful and deeply connected to community, education and culture. It is made up of stories of ...

Why Inclusive Practices Help Deaf and Hard of Hearing Students to Thrive at School
Fostering Inclusion 18 August 2025

Why Inclusive Practices Help Deaf and Hard of Hearing Students to Thrive at School

Every student deserves to feel welcome at school.

Breaking Barriers: At The Australian Open
Fostering Inclusion 27 March 2025

Breaking Barriers: At The Australian Open

The Australian Open is more than just a world-class tennis tournament – it’s a celebration of skill, determination, and inclusivity. Every ...

Youth Grants: Imogen Nolan's Powerful Journey From School to the World Championships Pool
Fostering Inclusion 04 April 2024

Youth Grants: Imogen Nolan's Powerful Journey From School to the World Championships Pool

No two athlete’s journeys look the same. Whatever happens along each of these journeys, one thing is for sure, dedication, commitment, ...

Making Waves: The History of Puggles Swim and How Becoming a Certified Instructor Boosts Your Career
Fostering Inclusion 04 April 2024

Making Waves: The History of Puggles Swim and How Becoming a Certified Instructor Boosts Your Career

Many family members, parents or caregivers will have experienced setbacks within society for deaf or hard of hearing (DHH) children. ...

Have an Auslan Adventure With Platypus Playhouse: Building Language Skills for All Children in ELC
Fostering Inclusion 04 October 2023

Have an Auslan Adventure With Platypus Playhouse: Building Language Skills for All Children in ELC

There are few better thrills for parents than when your child comes home from school in those early years eager to show you something new ...

Platypus Playhouse Storytime Brings All Children Together
Fostering Inclusion 22 September 2023

Platypus Playhouse Storytime Brings All Children Together

Deaf Children Australia kicked off National Week of Deaf People (NWDP) celebrations with an exciting Auslan Storytime at the State Library ...

Feels Campaign – Tell Us How You Feel in Auslan
Fostering Inclusion 18 September 2023

Feels Campaign – Tell Us How You Feel in Auslan

Take part in our Feels Campaign to engage in Auslan during National Week of Deaf People (NWDP) – 18 to 24 September.

Inclusive and Accessible: The Vital Services Provided by Deaf Children Australia for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children
Fostering Inclusion 17 August 2023

Inclusive and Accessible: The Vital Services Provided by Deaf Children Australia for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children

In a world where communication forms the bedrock of human connection, imagine the isolation young deaf and hard of hearing (DHH) children ...

Diving into Inclusion: The Importance of Swimming Lessons for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children
Fostering Inclusion 20 July 2023

Diving into Inclusion: The Importance of Swimming Lessons for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children

Swimming lessons are essential for all children, as they provide valuable life skills, enhance physical and mental well-being, and offer a ...