Advocacy isn’t just about standing up for someone’s rights; it’s a heart-pounding, soul-wrenching journey where every decision feels like a battle. It’s about being a voice for those who feel voiceless, fighting for people who are often left to navigate a complex system that doesn’t make room for their unique needs. As an advocate, you’re constantly putting yourself in a position where emotions can get the best of you — and that’s okay. The pressure can feel unbearable at tim

I tried three different universities before I found one that truly met my accessibility needs. The first three? A constant battle—fighting for equal access, advocating every step of the way. It felt no different from the education system I had already struggled through, and I wasn’t about to settle for that again. When I graduated high school, I went straight into university. I tried one closer to home, then the so-called best university in the state, then the supposedly most

Having a hearing child really threw me! As a Deaf woman, it felt like I had to re-learn everything about what hearing children do and figure out how to navigate this new terrain. When the hospital came back and said my daughter had 'passed' her hearing test, my heart sank. Would I ever be able to connect with my daughter if she wasn’t like me? The uncertainty was daunting and scary, let alone all the other emotions that are running high as a first time parent. Creating Our Ne

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Welcome to Auslan for Families, where our mission is to foster an inclusive community and ensure that every individual, whether they are...