Happy National Week of Deaf People! Today’s theme is “Deaf Communities Leading.” We celebrate the talent and creativity of our community. Deaf voices are leading the way—on screen, on stage, and in our communities. Representation matters. Our stories shape how the world sees us, and how we see ourselves. More deaf stories on media have emerged lately. Have you seen SBS’s Humans of the Australian Deaf Community? These stories highlight the richness of Deaf experiences. Check them out here! https:

🌍 International Week of Deaf People 2025 Friday 26 September – Recognition of National Sign Languages Legal recognition of national sign languages is essential to uphold the rights of Deaf people. Article 21 of the UNCRPD requires governments to officially recognise their national sign language, ensuring Deaf people can participate fully in society. In 2015, history was made when the BSL (Scotland) Bill was passed unanimously by the Scottish Parliament. This landmark legislation, achieved throu

Australia Officially Bids to Host the 5th World Deaf Football Championships in 2027 The Australian Deaf Football Federation (DFA), in collaboration with the International Deaf Football Association (DIFA), is actively preparing to host the 5th World Deaf Football Championships in 2027. The proposed venues are Parramatta and Sydney, Australia, with an anticipated participation of 24 men’s teams and 10 women’s teams—a record turnout for the tournament. Australia is currently the first and only offi

#Update Bungwe la Malawi National Association of the Deaf (MANAD) m'boma la Ntcheu lati lakwanitsa kuthandiza ana ovutika ndi ulumali okumva okwana 25, omwe akuphunzira pa sukulu ya MUA ku Dedza, powapatsa zipangizo zophunzilira. Poyankhula kudzera kwa owatanthauzira, m'modzi wa mamembala a bungweli, a Vanessa Kazembe, awuza MBC kuti bungwe lawo linalima mbewu ya Kabichi kudera la Kampepuza, ndipo atagulitsa mbewuyo, ndalama yake anayigwilitsira ntchito pogula makope komanso zolembera, zomwe aku

It’s National Deaf History Month! 👌 Learn more about the National Association of the Deaf (NAD): https://ow.ly/raVb50VtaO0 Then discover the rich and vibrant world of Deaf culture with a Continuing Education class: https://ow.ly/qCqE50VtaO4 | Heartland Community College