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Inclusive Education Scholarships Applications 2026https://deafeducation.vic.edu.au/inclusive-education-scholarships-application-round-2026Inclusive Education Scholarships Applications 2026Applications for the Inclusive Education Scholarships open on Monday 2 February 2026. These fully funded scholarships support Victorian teachers and regional staff to build specialist expertise in inclusive education, transforming how they teach, engage, and support students with diverse learning needs. Applications close on Monday 16 March.2026-01-29T13:00:00Z
Best wishes for the festive seasonhttps://deafeducation.vic.edu.au/best-wishes-for-the-festive-season1Best wishes for the festive seasonThe Victorian Deaf Education Institute thanks our colleagues and key stakeholders for their collaboration, consultation and engagement throughout the year and we wish you all a joyful and restful break over the festive season.2025-12-23T13:00:00Z
International Day of People with Disability 2025https://deafeducation.vic.edu.au/international-day-of-people-with-disability-2025International Day of People with Disability 2025On 3rd December, we recognise the International Day of People with Disability. This day reminds us of the importance of removing barriers, celebrating diverse abilities, and fostering communities where everyone can participate fully.2025-11-30T13:00:00Z
World Teachers’ Day 31 October 2025https://deafeducation.vic.edu.au/world-teachers’-day-31-october-2025World Teachers’ Day 31 October 2025On Friday 31 October, Victoria celebrates World Teachers' Day, a time when we honour the dedication and passion of teachers who ensure that our students have the best possible education.2025-10-30T13:00:00Z
National Week of Deaf People 2025https://deafeducation.vic.edu.au/national-week-of-deaf-people-22-28-september-2025National Week of Deaf People 2025National Week of Deaf People 2025 is celebrated from 22 to 28 September and is a time when we acknowledge the Australian Deaf community and celebrate their unique history, culture and language, Australian Sign Language (Auslan).2025-09-18T14:00:00Z
Children's Book Week 2025https://deafeducation.vic.edu.au/childrens-book-week-2025Children's Book Week 2025Children’s Book Week 2025 runs from 16 to 23 August and is set to be a magical celebration of imagination, reading, and adventure. This year marks the 80th Anniversary of the event, with the inspiring theme ‘Book an Adventure’.2025-08-13T14:00:00Z
Deafblind Awareness Day 2025https://deafeducation.vic.edu.au/deafblind-awareness-day-2025Deafblind Awareness Day 202527 June marks Deafblind Awareness Day, when people with deafblindness and multi-sensory impairments are celebrated for their achievements and contributions to our communities. This date is celebrated each year to honour the birth date of Helen Keller, a deafblind author, political activist and disability rights advocate, born in 1880. 2025-06-26T14:00:00Z
Master of Inclusive Education Program 2026https://deafeducation.vic.edu.au/master-of-inclusive-education-programMaster of Inclusive Education Program 2026Specialise in Deaf Education with Scholarships for 2026 VDEI is excited to promote scholarships for teachers who want to deepen their expertise in deaf education and related fields.2025-06-17T14:00:00Z
Auslan Day 2025https://deafeducation.vic.edu.au/auslan-day-2025Auslan Day 2025Sunday 13 April is Auslan Day, a day that celebrates the Australian Deaf Community’s rich language, history and culture.2025-04-10T14:00:00Z
VDEI Caption Centrehttps://deafeducation.vic.edu.au/vdei-caption-centre1VDEI Caption CentreThe VDEI Caption Centre offers a fully subsidised captioning service for deaf and hard of hearing primary and secondary students in Years Foundation-12.2025-03-16T13:00:00Z