4 February 2012 AEST
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Deaf Australia Inc warmly invites you to its 2nd National Conference and 25th Anniversary celebration in Tasmania May 2011.

Information (files) to download for this conference
From little things, big things grow. Lightpost - meeting place for Deaf people.

This will be a unique Conference. Mr Markku Jokinen, President of World Federation of the Deaf (WFD) will be the Keynote Presenter.

On Sunday 15 May 2011 will be a "Professional Development Day", with strands for various interest groups - e.g. Deaf Professionals, Auslan Teachers, interpreters, educators, service providers.

Where: Hotel Grand Chancellor, Hobart, Australia. This hotel is located on Hobart's Historic Waterfront, just minutes walk to the city centre, the famous Salamanca Place and surrounding tourist attractions.



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The Conference program will be as follows:
  • Friday 13 May Conference Day 1 River Cruise (evening)
  • Saturday 14 May Conference Day 2 Conference Dinner (evening)
  • Sunday 15 May Conference Day 3

Download the draft program...

The conference theme is inspired by the song, From Little Things Big Things Grow, which tells a story of struggle, determination and triumph that could well be adapted to the experiences of the Australian Deaf Community.

The Conference will be fully accessible with Auslan interpreting and realtime captioning. It is for everyone. Deaf and hard of hearing people, family and friends, service providers and policy makers.

Your organisation/company is invited to support this Conference and promote your service. Deaf Australia offers you a range of sponsorship and promotion opportunities. Please download the following documents about sponsorship and promotion opportunities.
Download... Sponsorships and Promotions.
Download... Sponsorships and Promotions Booking Form.
More information at ... Deaf Australia's 2nd National Conference.

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