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Overview
Children with hearing loss often face barriers to language acquisition, classroom participation and social connection long before they reach school. We work to ensure that sign language, accessible communication and inclusive teaching reach them early.
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The Barrier
Hearing loss that is identified late limits language development during the years when the brain is most ready to learn. Families may not know where to seek support, schools may lack sign language capacity, and communities may not understand how to include a Deaf child in everyday life.
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How We Respond
- Promote early identification and timely referral pathways. Advance sign language for children, families, teachers and communities. Support schools to provide accessible classroom communication. Strengthen the confidence and knowledge of parents and caregivers.