“I wish for a restaurant in which you can hear yourself think. “Only the other day, I went to lunch with a friend who’s just become President of Tanzania. Or maybe he’s become a resident of Tasmania. Who can be sure? If only I could have heard what he said. "Would it...
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JobAccess for Auslan funding support
Increased Auslan funding through JobAccess has created opportunities for Sofya’s career in film and theatre. Sofya enjoys her varied role in film and theatre, working with talented individuals. As a Deaf person, Sofya experienced communication barriers at work. That’s...
Sensory Loss and Communication: New Book
A Charles Sturt University Australia academic has created a unique book for health and education students and professionals that explores communication differences in individuals with sensory impairment or loss. Thirty experts from numerous universities and...
Retraction
“On 31 July 2024, we published an article in One in Six newsletter titled “Health Ministers Evaluate Regulation Options for Audiology Sector.” This stated that professional associations within the audiology field have financial relationships with large multinational...
Extreme staff turnover in remote health services
A new study led by Menzies School of Health Research has uncovered a staff turnover rate of 151% each year, on average, in Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service (ACCHS) clinics in regional and remote Northern Territory and Western Australia. Published last...
Board Elections 2024: for nominations
These four documents below will give you the background and form necessary to nominate a person to join the board of Deafness Forum Australia. Quick eligibility check Nominations close at close of business on 17 October 2024 in your state/territory. The person is...