Aussie Deaf Kids

27/02/2026

Creative Kids Academy & Parent Pods — Harmony Week Celebration

Proudly supported by the City of Ryde, this free community event brings families together to celebrate Harmony Week through creativity, communication, and connection.
Children will take part in Creative Kids Academy programs - engaging, hands-on sessions designed to encourage expression, confidence, and collaboration in a fully accessible environment. Alongside this, parents and siblings are warmly invited into Parent Pods, hosted by Parents of Deaf Children (PODC), offering a relaxed space to connect, share experiences, and learn together.

The day is thoughtfully supported with Auslan Interpreters, assistive technology, Deaf Mentor insights, and free parking so families can focus on enjoying the experience and being part of a community that truly understands access and inclusion.

Date: Saturday, March 21st, 2026
Location: Australian Hearing Hub, Macquarie University, 16 University Ave, Macquarie Park NSW 2109
Cost: FREE

25/02/2026

Celebrating 25 years of Aussie Deaf Kids!

25/02/2026

Teaching your DHH Teen to drive

Learning to drive can be a stressful time for both parent and student, especially if they are deaf or hard of hearing. However, don't let this deter you as they are just as safe on the road as hearing drivers.

23/02/2026

“Everything has its wonders, even darkness and silence.”
- Helen Keller

19/02/2026

Some clever messaging.

Some helpful tips:

1. I can't hear you if you cover your mouth.
2. I can't hear you if you don't face me.
3. I can't hear you if you mumble.
4. Speak one at a time.

via Action Deafness

19/02/2026

Have you or your child experienced hearing loss after medical treatment?
In partnership with Murdoch Children's Research Institute, Deafness Forum Australia is inviting adults with treatment-related hearing loss and parents or carers of children with hearing loss to join a Consumer Advisory Group supporting a world-first research study into medication-related hearing loss in children.
The group will help guide research that aims to prevent avoidable, lifelong hearing damage caused by commonly used antibiotics. Lived experience matters here, your perspective can directly shape better outcomes for future families.
What’s involved:
• Online meetings, 4 times per year
• Around 1 hour per session
• Paid for your time
• No medical or research background required
If you’d like to express interest or learn more about joining the Advisory Group, we’d love for you to contact us.
Register your interest by contacting: hello@deafnessforum.org.au
Your voice could help protect children’s hearing for generations to come.

18/02/2026

How to manage listening fatigue

Children with hearing loss have to concentrate more than their hearing peers to hear, comprehend and respond effectively. There is a lot of energy required in lip reading, interpreting expressions, and filling in the gaps in conversations. It is no wonder our kids are in a state of exhaustion when they get home from school.

https://www.aussiedeafkids.org.au/support-services/education/information-for-your-childs-teacher/listening-fatigue-at-school/

18/02/2026

In just 2 weeks we will celebrate .
This year’s theme is all about “From communities to classrooms: hearing care for all children”.

Have a look at the events organised in your country and join local initiatives: https://worldhearingday.org/

Don’t forget to register your event here: https://worldhearingday.org/register-a-new-event/

17/02/2026

Aussie Deaf Kids is looking for a data & reporting consultant to assist with a one-off project.

We are in the process of refining how we measure and report our digital reach and community impact.

Strong reporting helps us:
Plan content that reflects what families actually need
Identify recurring questions and emerging issues
Strengthen our strategic decisions
Provide clear, accountable reporting to our Board

We are seeking short-term support from someone experienced in:
Google Looker Studio
KPI development for not-for-profits
Data analysis, evaluation, or impact reporting

The scope is modest - primarily fine-tuning an existing dashboard and advising on relevant, sustainable KPIs.
If you have experience in analytics or reporting - or know someone who does - we’d love to connect.

Please comment below or email info@aussiedeafkids.org.au.

Sharing is appreciated.

16/02/2026

World Hearing Day is on 3rd March 2026

From communities to classrooms: hearing care for every child.

Want your child’s school to take part?
We’ve created a ready-to-use email template for families.
Visit: https://www.aussiedeafkids.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/World-Hearing-Day-2026-EMAIL-TEMPLATE-TO-SEND-TO-SCHOOL.docx

Copy, paste, send — and help raise awareness where it matters most.

13/02/2026

NextSense Institute - Professional Development - Let your child’s support team know about this course!

Improving the outcomes for students who are Deaf or hard of hearing in mainstream settings 2026

Mainstream teachers will benefit from this workshop series by gaining a deeper understanding of the characteristics and learning needs of students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing.

To learn more: https://www.nextsense.org.au/professional-education/improving-the-outcomes-for-students-who-are-deaf-or-hard-of-hearing-in-mainstream-settings-2026

12/02/2026

Just 3 weeks to go!

Join us on 3 March 2026 for - a global day of action to ensure hearing care for every child, from communities to classrooms.
Let’s raise our voices for prevention, early screening and education - because every child deserves to hear, learn and succeed.
aims to:
- Promote routine ear and hearing screening as part of school health packages
- Encourage cross-sectoral partnerships (e.g., with child health, primary care, education, eye health)
- Advancing early identification, treatment, and referral pathways within existing community and school platforms
- Empowering teachers, parents, health workers and children through information resources

Visit https://worldhearingday.org to see how you can get involved and for resources in your local language.