World latest haptic vest technology and the Deaf Indigenous Dance Group (DIDG) will bring music to the Deaf Festival hosted by Expression Australia.
Haptic vibration vests were named in Time Magazine as one of the best inventions of 2023, Deaf indigenous dancers use clap sticks and the didgeridoo to do the same in a different experience.
More than 500 people are expected at the celebration of Deaf culture, business and community that includes market stalls and Deaf dog adoption
When: Saturday, 25 November 2023
10am – DIDG performance
Where: Sunshine College West Campus
25A Lachlan Rd, Sunshine West
Available for interview:
Deaf Indigenous Dance Group – Founder Patty Morris Banjo
New Collective, haptic vests – Kylie Davis
Hear no evil – Deaf dog adoption – Jo Heyman
GingerSnap Patisserie - Vegan Pastry Chef Brett Duncan
SES Volunteer- Shanleigh Meldrum
Expression Australia CEO - Rebecca Adam
Auslan Interpreters will be on site to facilitate interviews.
Key Facts:
Available for interview:
* Deaf Indigenous Dance Group –
* Haptic Vests - Time Magazine Best Invention 2023
* Deaf dog adoption
Auslan Interpreters will be on site to facilitate interviews.
About us:
· Expression Australia’s purpose is to create opportunities for people who are Deaf and hard of hearing by delivering targeted services and affecting social change. Expression Australia enables Deaf communities to flourish and is inclusive of all members of those communities, irrespective of age or background.
Expression Australia, formerly the Deaf Society was established in 1884.
More than four million Australians are Deaf or hard of hearing.
Contact details:
MEDIA CONTACT:
Kellie Curtain – M 0412339690
Media Parking Available at Gate 1 (Car Park A)
Please SMS your intention to attend.
