11th National Deafblind Conference 2022

18/07/2022

Did you know that you can still register to watch presentations from the 2022 National Deafblind Conference?

The conference was hugely successful in professional collaborations, learning outcomes and educational opportunities, and building connections within the deafblind community.

The theme of the conference was “Deafblind Keeping Connected through COVID and beyond” and over three days of presentations, keynote and invited speakers, platform presenters, and people with lived experience shared academic views, research outcomes and their personal reflections on the impact the global pandemic has had on the deafblind community.

To register and watch presentations from the conference visit:
https://event.icebergevents.com.au/db-2022/register/11th-national-deafblind-conference---virtual-registration

Registrations are open until the end of July.

Image: Two men are seated facing each other using tactile sign. There is a folded white cane on the table beside one of the men.

04/07/2022

04/07/2022

And from the Hunter hub ❤️

A group photo of the hunter group holding a sign says. Newcastle Hub
11th National DeafBlind conference.
Was a big 2 days
Thanks guys 👋👋

04/07/2022

Photos from the 11th National Deafblind Conference 2022

29/06/2022

11th National Deafblind Conference starts this week at the Esplanade Hotel in Fremantle.

Pre-Conference events start today and focus on Usher and CHARGE Syndrome.

There is still time to register if you would like to attend the main conference, follow the link to register: bit.ly/3CGCVdD

27/06/2022

We are very excited with only two days to go until the 11th National Deafblind Conference.

The theme for the conference is “Deafblind Keeping Connected through COVID and beyond”.

The latest research developments and service improvements in the specialised world of deafblindness will be showcased. This conference is an opportunity to learn from one another, for professional collaborations, education to the broader community on the support needs of people who are deafblind, friendships and networks to develop and a national agenda of important issues to be established.

The main conference will be held from 30 June - 1 July at Esplanade Hotel Fremantle by Rydges, with Conference Hubs in Melbourne and Newcastle. Pre-conference sessions will take place on 29 June.
Additionally, the conference will be offered virtually for those unable to attend in person.

Follow the link to register: bit.ly/3CGCVdD

20/06/2022

Just over a week to go until the 11th National Deafblind Conference.

The theme for the conference is “Deafblind Keeping Connected through COVID and beyond”.

The main conference will be held from 30 June - 1 July at Esplanade Hotel Fremantle by Rydges, with Conference Hubs in Melbourne and Newcastle. Pre-conference sessions will take place on 29 June.
Additionally, the conference will be offered virtually for those unable to attend in person.

Follow the link to register: bit.ly/3CGCVdD

15/06/2022

Only 2 weeks to go!! 11th National Deafblind Conference.

The theme for the conference is “Deafblind Keeping Connected through COVID and beyond”.

The main conference will be held from 30 June - 1 July at Esplanade Hotel Fremantle by Rydges, with Conference Hubs in Melbourne and Newcastle. Pre-conference sessions will take place on 29 June.
Additionally, the conference will be offered virtually for those unable to attend in person.

Follow the link to register: bit.ly/3CGCVdD

14/06/2022

Two Weeks To Go!!!!!!

11/06/2022

“G’Day my name is Dan Talko and I have Usher syndrome type 2A and I’m dam proud of it. I spent a lot of my life trying to hide and pretend that I didn’t have it but, in the end, when I opened up when I was vulnerable, when I was able to own it I was able to then be my true self and become so much better. I want to show you how not to do it.”

Dan Talko will join SensesWA to share his own personal story of living with Usher syndrome at the upcoming National Deafblind Conference.

🔹 Dan presentation is Titled: The Pursuit of Positive Impact

➡ Wednesday 29th June (Usher Syndrome Pre-Conference)

Here is Dan speaking about his keynote presentation: youtu.be/wy3pufJ9CX0

To register visit: www.ausdbconf2022.com.au

DB Conference promo video - D.Talko

08/06/2022

Only 3 weeks to go!! 11th National Deafblind Conference.

The theme for the conference is “Deafblind Keeping Connected through COVID and beyond”.

The main conference will be held from 30 June - 1 July at Esplanade Hotel Fremantle by Rydges, with Conference Hubs in Melbourne and Newcastle. Pre-conference sessions will take place on 29 June.
Additionally, the conference will be offered virtually for those unable to attend in person.

Follow the link to register with our special Early Bird Rate.

https://bit.ly/3CGCVdD

19/05/2022

Sheridan Foster will join SensesWA to speak at the 11th National Deafblind Conference. Sheridan is a Certified Practising Speech Pathologist. In 2011, she completed doctoral studies, looking at interactions between adults with profound intellectual and multiple disabilities and their support staff and currently combines research, training and practice. She focuses on contributing to best practice in the communication support of adults with disabilities.

Sheridan will present on the topic:

🔹 5 Good Communication Standards: 5 Service Applications: 1000’s of Opportunities for Interaction Success?

➡ Friday 1st of July at 9am – 9.40am

Here is Sheridan speaking about her keynote presentation: youtu.be/W9f-7mwMp9U

To register visit: www.ausdbconf2022.com.au

DB Conference promo video - S.Forster

17/05/2022

We are delighted to have Dr Peter Simcock as a key not speaker at the 11th National Deafblind Conference. Peter is Senior Lecturer in Social Work at Birmingham City University, UK. Prior to working in social work education, he was a specialist social worker with d/Deaf and deafblind people and has a long-standing practice and research interest in deafblindness.

Peter will present on the topic:
🔹 Deafblind People and Covid19: a population impacted, yet making an impact:

➡ Thursday 30th of July 2.45pm – 3.25pm

Here is Peter speaking about his keynote presentation: youtu.be/UdyC8Eitmhc

To register visit: www.ausdbconf2022.com.au

DB Conference promo video - P.Simcock

16/05/2022

Sampada Shevde will speak at the 11th National Deafblind Conference. Sampada is from Perkins India and has previously worked for Sense International, India and Helen Keller Institute for Deaf & Deafblind.

Sampada along with Heather Lawson and Melanie Robartson will present on the topic:

🔹 Communication - the need for a multidisciplinary approach.

➡️ Thursday 30 June 9.35am-10.15am.

Here is Sampada speaking about her keynote presentation:
youtu.be/DozA8vi8Wyg

To register visit: www.ausdbconf2022.com.au

DB Conference promo video - S.Shevde

16/05/2022

11th National Deafblind Conference is taking place in June.
The theme “Deafblind Keeping Connected through COVID and beyond” will support connection and reconnecting people with deafblindness and those who support them across Australia.

The latest research developments and service improvements in the specialised world of deafblindness will be showcased. The conference will have a mix of keynote presentations, panel discussions and workshops covering a broad range of topics.

When: Main conference 30 June - 1 July
Pre-conference sessions on 29 June

Where: Esplanade Hotel Fremantle
46-54 Marine Terrace, Fremantle WA

Conference Hubs: In Melbourne and Newcastle.
Virtually: The conference will be offered virtually for those unable to attend in person.

Early Bird registration closes 20 May

Visit: www.ausdbconf2022.com.au
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11th National Deafblind Conference | Esplanade Hotel Fremantle Western Australia | 29 June - 1 July 2022

13/05/2022

Don’t miss it!!!!!!

11th National Deafblind Conference | Esplanade Hotel Fremantle Western Australia | 29 June - 1 July 2022

13/05/2022

The 11th National Deafblind Conference is a great opportunity for professional development for allied health professionals, teachers, support workers, and others who work in the disability sector.

Please note that allied health professionals such as Speech Pathologists, Social Workers and Orientation and Mobility Specialists can earn Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points for attending this conference.
For more information or to register visit:
www.ausdbconf2022.com.au/









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11th National Deafblind Conference | Esplanade Hotel Fremantle Western Australia | 29 June - 1 July 2022

29/04/2022

11th National Deafblind Conference is taking place in June.

The theme “Deafblind Keeping Connected through COVID and beyond” will support connection and reconnecting people with deafblindness and those who support them across Australia.

The latest research developments and service improvements in the specialised world of deafblindness will be showcased. The conference will have a mix of keynote presentations, panel discussions and workshops covering a broad range of topics.

When: Main conference 30 June - 1 July
Pre-conference sessions on 29 June

Where: Esplanade Hotel Fremantle
46-54 Marine Terrace, Fremantle WA

Conference Hubs: In Melbourne and Newcastle.

Virtually: The conference will be offered virtually for those unable to attend in person.

Early Bird registration closes 13 May

Visit: www.ausdbconf2022.com.au

Image description: Dark green graphic with the text 11th National Deafblind Conference 30 June - 1 July 2022 Fremantle. Early Bird Registration Closes 13 May. The image contains both the SensesWA and Deafblind Conference logos.

11th National Deafblind Conference | Esplanade Hotel Fremantle Western Australia | 29 June - 1 July 2022