Why Support The Deaf Lottery
Wrapping up a year of impact
It’s been another huge year for Australia’s Deaf community.
As a registered NDIS provider, Deaf Connect delivers a range of support services designed specifically for Deaf people and Auslan users.
But thanks to Deaf Lottery proceeds, we can do a lot more.
From projects and events, to training the next generation of Auslan interpreters – your support funds programs that empower Deaf Australians all over the nation.
Here’s a snapshot of where your support went in the past financial year:
- 4,000+ students undertaking their Auslan journey nationally
- 65+ Auslan Storytime sessions held for deaf children and their families
- 590+ Auslan interpreters working with us
- 480+ daily news bulletins delivered in Auslan through Auslan90
- 2,400+ Auslan translation videos created for businesses and government
- 45+ Deaf community projects funded through grants and sponsorships
Thanks for making a difference to our Deaf community.
If you want to unwrap something extraordinary this Christmas, grab your Deaf Lottery tickets today!
Did you know that 1 in 6 Australians live with some form of hearing loss?
Deaf Connect is focused on our commitment to community, leadership, innovation and culture. Supported by the Deaf Lottery, we aim to:
- Work with individuals and the community to understand and meet their needs.
- Drive improvements and new opportunities aligned with our Mission and enhancing our sustainability.
- Develop our influence and position to enhance the capacity of the Deaf community.
- Enable organisational capability, capacity and readiness.
A snapshot of our services
Deaf Connect is proud to be Australia’s largest whole-of-life service provider for the Deaf, hard of hearing and deafblind communities. Below is a snapshot of our services:
- Aged care support for Deaf seniors
- Auslan interpreting and video translations
- Casual and accredited training in sign language (RTO#41192)
- NDIS Plan management and support work
- Therapy supports, family information and mentorship
- Individual advocacy, document translation and guidance
We would love to hear from you
We would love to know what you think about The Deaf Lottery!
1800 77 36 78
All times displayed in your local timezone unless stated otherwise. Deaf Lottery is in aid of the charitable services of Deaf Services Limited (T/A Deaf Connect) and is a registered charity with Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ABN 62 118 664 298). Located at Level 5, 88 Tribune Street, South Brisbane QLD 4101, Australia.
