Celebrating National Week of Deaf People 2026!

September 21, 2026. Deaf Connect invites Australians to celebrate National Week of Deaf People (NWDP) 2026, from Monday 21 to Sunday 27 September.   To mark this important week, we are hosting multiple events across Australia, as well as launching toolkits to help businesses and schools increase Deaf awareness.  Deaf Connect CEO Brett Casey said the organisation is using National Week of Deaf People 2026 to bring the Deaf community together through events, while encouraging mainstream society to embrace Auslan and Deaf inclusion.  “We’re excited to bring our community together through a series of events across the country, giving Deaf Australians, allies and the wider public the chance to connect in a Deaf Space,” Mr Casey said.  “National Week of Deaf People is also an opportunity for all Australians to reflect on what our public services, businesses and communities can do to create a more inclusive nation.  “During this important week, Deaf Connect is launching information packs for schools and businesses. These toolkits provide inclusive communication tips for workplaces, and Auslan learning activities to engage children in the classroom. Whether it’s making an organisation more accessible to Deaf customers, or teaching future generations Auslan, we’re asking everyone to get involved.”  Deaf Connect Community Engagement Coordinator, Chris Parker, stated that the local events provide a space for Deaf community members to connect and share their Deaf pride.  “To me, NWDP is a reminder of why we come together as a Deaf community. Life gets busy, but this week gives us the chance to reconnect, celebrate our culture, language and identity,” Mr Parker said.   “NWDP is a wonderful opportunity for the wider community to learn more about Deaf culture and connect with Deaf people. By creating opportunities to come together, we can build understanding, break down barriers and create a more inclusive society. Who knows – your