Experiences of people with disability in the COVID 19 vaccine rollout >
The experiences of people with disability, in the context of the Australian Government’s approach to the COVID 19 vaccine rollout. The is the title of a report by the Disability Royal Commission published in September 2021. Follow this link to read and download the report Australian Federation of Disability Organisations summarised the report’s findings: The […]
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Explainer: read about proposed changes to the NDIS >
The Government has released details for its proposed changes to the National Disability Insurance Agency Act (the law that governs the NDIS). The package of materials produced for public consultation includes the Amendment Bill, two new sets of NDIS Rules, two ‘amended’ NDIS rules, three ‘updated’ NDIS Rules, as well as explanatory materials for each […]
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International Day of Sign Languages: 23 September >
Deaf people all around the globe collectively use more than 300 sign languages. They are natural languages that are structurally different from spoken languages. Observance of the International Day of Sign Languages helps spread awareness about sign languages and their importance in ensuring the inclusion of Deaf people. The day emphasises that sign languages deserve equal […]
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Face masks a barrier for people with hearing loss >
Lip reading is impossible with a face mask in place. Communication can be a challenge for the deaf and hearing-impaired, and the mandatory wearing of face masks during COVID-19 has only made it more so. People with hearing loss rely on facial expressions and clear speech when interacting with others, and a patch of cloth […]
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The program helping 8-thousand First Nations children >
Hearing Australia, with the support of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health services across Australia, has helped over 8,000 First Nations children aged between birth and six years of age in some 240 communities during the past 12 months. Through the Hearing Assessment Program – Early Ears (HAPEE program) initiative, Hearing Australia is collaborating with […]
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Lessons from juggling parenting, caring and work in COVID >
Lessons for the post-COVID workplace. A significant proportion of the workforce is balancing parenting and/or caring responsibilities. However, traditional workplace structures have failed to keep up with workers’ attempts to balance work and family life and leave behind outdated, gendered divisions of ‘breadwinner’ and ‘home-maker’. The rapid – and enduring – transformation of work brought […]
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