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Reimagining Deaf Belonging at Griffith: Communicate. Connect. Create.
When Griffith University closed its Mt Gravatt campus, we lost more than buildings. We lost a Deaf space. A place where Auslan was spoken, where Deaf and hard-of-hearing students, staff and allies gathered in community and culture.The Disability Advocacy and Empowerment Society is rebuilding that space one coffee meet at a time.
We currently host weekly Auslan Coffee Meets on the Nathan campus. These are relaxed, inclusive gatherings where Deaf and hard-of-hearing students and staff, Auslan learners and allies come together to communicate in Auslan, connect across experiences and create a new sense of belonging.
It is not just about coffee. It is about reclaiming visibility, rebuilding community and honouring Deaf culture on campus. It is about making sure that when we say inclusive university, we mean it in every language, including Auslan.
We would love to extend these meetings to the Gold Coast and other Griffith campuses. If you are a student or staff member keen to co-host with the Disability Advocacy and Empowerment Society, we would love to hear from you.
Let us Communicate. Connect. Create.
MORE INFORMATION:
Julia Robertson
PhD Candidate and Co-Chair of the Higher Degree Research Candidate Representative Consultant Committee (HDRCRCC)