Education

5 Beautiful Children's Books on Inclusion, Disability and Connection

July 22, 2019

Beautiful things happen when everyone is included. Our kids will be the leaders of our future, so it should be a top priority to teach them the wonderful ways in which they can be leaders in understanding and supporting inclusivity, especially around disabilities. Reading books can help your child grow in their school life and social life. It has been well documented that reading books develops empathy and emotional intelligence - particularly when reading fiction.

Quiet places in public spaces: an appetite for change

July 11, 2019

3 min read Have you ever sat in a restaurant with a group of friends and not been able to hear anyone but the person sitting next to you? It seems this is a common problem but is anyone coming to the table to discuss the impact of noise in everyday experiences. The Washington Post and The Guardian recently posted articles addressing the lack of quiet spaces in restaurants. The reports dug into why we need quiet spaces and who is really affected by the dangers of restaurant noise.

Viruses and the Link to Hearing Loss

June 5, 2019

There’s not enough awareness about viral infections and their link to long-term health issues such as hearing loss. Hearing complications can be caused by viruses such as measles, mumps and meningitis. While young children, older people, and those with illnesses are typically more susceptible to these viruses - anyone can be at risk. Did you know that the US measles outbreak is at its highest level of cases in more than 25 years?

Hear for Your Future: Experts Call For Earlier Detection of Hearing Loss

May 20, 2019

Experts call for earlier detection of hearing loss as new research shows parents don’t prioritise tests for children. Australian schools and parents are urged to test children’s hearing using a clinically proven FREE, government-funded app, Sound Scouts. New research launched during Hearing Awareness Week, March 2019 revealed that Australian parents aren’t prioritising critical hearing tests for children. Results show that a staggering one in five (20%) parents have either never had their child’s hearing tested or are unsure if they have.