Aussie Deaf Kids

Aussie Deaf Kids Online support and information for families raising a child with a hearing loss.

Aussie Deaf Kids is a not-for-profit organisation providing online information and support to parents raising a child who is deaf or heard of hearing in Australia. Aussie Deaf Kids provides:
• Relevant and meaningful online information on all aspects of raising a deaf or hard of hearing child from diagnosis to the post-school period.
• Online parent-to-parent support groups - a supportive community where families can share information, ideas and life’s ups and downs.

How to frame success for your childAs parents, we often use rewards to help our children reach their goals. But if we wa...
02/09/2026

How to frame success for your child

As parents, we often use rewards to help our children reach their goals. But if we want to raise lifelong learners who are self-motivated and emotionally resilient, research suggests there are healthier ways to approach success. For children with hearing loss, focusing on effort and the process is especially important as they navigate unique challenges.

Read more here:
https://theconversation.com/should-you-reward-kids-for-success-or-is-there-a-better-way-to-talk-about-achievement-237972

30/08/2026

Help shape the future of Aussie Deaf Kids by completing a short survey.

At Aussie Deaf Kids, we're committed to providing trusted, evidence-informed information and support for families of children who are deaf or hard of hearing. To help us continue improving our resources and services, we're asking for your feedback.

We've created a Professional & Stakeholder Survey – for professionals and others who use or recommend the Aussie Deaf Kids website, social media or resources.
Your feedback will help us understand what we're doing well, identify areas for improvement, and guide the development of future resources and services.

The survey takes just 5–7 minutes to complete and are anonymous. As a thank you for your time, you can choose to enter a prize draw to win a $50 Amazon gift voucher. Entry details will be provided after you submit your survey.

Whether you've been part of the Aussie Deaf Kids community for years or have only recently discovered us, we'd love to hear from you.

Complete the survey Professional & Stakeholder survey here: https://forms.gle/t3uYzi3sDUN884Zh9

Join our Board of DirectorsAussie Deaf Kids is seeking passionate and skilled individuals to join our Board of Directors...
28/08/2026

Join our Board of Directors

Aussie Deaf Kids is seeking passionate and skilled individuals to join our Board of Directors.

As Australia's leading online support organisation for families of children who are deaf or hard of hearing, we are looking for people who share our commitment to ensuring every family has access to trusted information, connection and support.

We welcome expressions of interest from people with a range of professional skills and experiences, including governance, law, health, education, marketing, digital technology and not-for-profit leadership. We also strongly encourage applications from parents and carers of children who are deaf or hard of hearing, and from people who are deaf or hard of hearing themselves.

This voluntary role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to a respected national charity and help shape its future direction. Directors serve a three-year term, with Board meetings held online four times a year, making the role accessible from anywhere in Australia.

We are committed to building a Board that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

If you are passionate about making a difference for children who are deaf or hard of hearing and their families, we would love to hear from you.

If interested, complete the Expression of Interest form - Closing date for applications is Monday, 7th September 2026:
https://adk-form.fillout.com/directoreoi2026

ADK Webinar SpotlightOur website is home to a growing library of webinars designed to support families and professionals...
28/08/2026

ADK Webinar Spotlight
Our website is home to a growing library of webinars designed to support families and professionals.
This month we’re revisiting Karen Strohm’s webinar:
Supporting siblings of children who are deaf or hard of hearing.

Kate Strohm, Founder and CEO of Siblings Australia, discusses the challenges and needs of siblings of children who are deaf or hard of hearing.
She explores:
Why siblings?
What siblings need
The role of parents in supporting siblings
Other avenues of support.

Watch the recording anytime:
https://www.aussiedeafkids.org.au/learn/supporting-siblings-of-children-who-are-deaf-or-hard-of-hearing/

Preparing for hearing tests and maximising cooperationHearing tests can be a new or difficult experience for your child,...
26/08/2026

Preparing for hearing tests and maximising cooperation

Hearing tests can be a new or difficult experience for your child, but with some preparation, you can help make it a positive one. Audiologists use various tests depending on your child's age, cognitive development, and the type of hearing loss they are evaluating. While the specifics of each test are explained in the links provided, here are some practical tips to help your child cooperate during the appointment:
- Choose the right time
- Communicate with the audiologist
- Offer reassurance
- Explain the process.
- Prepare yourself
- Dress comfortably
- Consider alternatives
- Reward cooperation.

https://www.aussiedeafkids.org.au/about-hearing-loss/hearing-loss/how-audiologists-test-hearing/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bpxIM1Ou_q4
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK580492/

Deaf Festival 2026 - SydneySaturday 29 August10am to 4pmCathy Freeman Park | Sydney Olympic ParkPerformances, workshops,...
24/08/2026

Deaf Festival 2026 - Sydney

Saturday 29 August
10am to 4pm
Cathy Freeman Park | Sydney Olympic Park

Performances, workshops, stalls, fun and activities for children, meet Deaf-led businesses, delicious food, competitions and much more!

https://deaffestivalsyd.org.au/festival-information/

20/08/2026

Help shape the future of Aussie Deaf Kids by completing a short survey.

At Aussie Deaf Kids, we're committed to providing trusted, evidence-informed information and support for families of children who are deaf or hard of hearing. To help us continue improving our resources and services, we're asking for your feedback.

Our parent survey is for parents and carers of children who are deaf or hard of hearing.

Your feedback will help us understand what we're doing well, identify areas for improvement, and guide the development of future resources and services.

The survey takes just 5–7 minutes to complete and is anonymous. As a thank you for your time, you can choose to enter a prize draw to win a $50 Amazon gift voucher. Entry details will be provided after you submit your survey.

Whether you've been part of the Aussie Deaf Kids community for years or have only recently discovered us, we'd love to hear from you.

Complete the survey here:
Parent survey - https://forms.gle/AsToKoiDELVjNegv6

Fill in the gapsWhen children are deaf or hard of hearing, they can miss out on information around them. Imagine your ch...
19/08/2026

Fill in the gaps

When children are deaf or hard of hearing, they can miss out on information around them. Imagine your child is having a great time playing with blocks. There is a light knock on the door, and you get up to answer it. It can help to anticipate that your child probably did not hear the knock. You can “fill in the gap” by saying or signing, “I hear the door. I wonder who it is? I’ll be right back.” When you return, you can let your child know what happened. “It was the postman. We’ve got a parcel!” (show child the package). These small efforts to anticipate and fill in the gaps add up over time. Your child will feel included in family communication and it will help the world be more predictable too.

https://www.babyhearing.org/language-learning/getting-ready-to-listen-learn

reallifetips

18/08/2026

Bullying No Way week.

Did you know 17 to 21 August is BULLYING NO WAY week?Bullying can be a difficult issue for children and families to navi...
16/08/2026

Did you know 17 to 21 August is BULLYING NO WAY week?

Bullying can be a difficult issue for children and families to navigate. This Bullying No Way Week, Aussie Deaf Kids would like to share two helpful podcast episodes about bullying from Pop Culture Parenting.

Pop Culture Parenting is a popular Australian parenting platform and podcast hosted by developmental paediatrician Dr. Billy Garvey and co-host Nick. It uses iconic films and pop culture references from the 1980s and 1990s to break down evidence-based child development strategies and real-life parenting challenges.

Their two-part discussion on bullying uses Back to the Future as a starting point:

Part 1: https://pop-culture-parenting.simplecast.com/episodes/ep037-back-to-the-future-bullying-wVe2_MjM

Part 2: https://pop-culture-parenting.simplecast.com/episodes/ep038-back-to-the-future-bullying-part-2-2Sy6pn47

And there’s more to come from Aussie Deaf Kids.
We’re developing a new Real-Life Tip about dealing with bullying, with practical information for families of deaf and hard of hearing children. Watch this space!

Find out more about Bullying No Way Week:
https://www.bullyingnoway.gov.au/bullying-no-way-week/

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