Purpose
The purpose of Deaf Services Queensland is to provide services and resources enabling people who are deaf or hard of hearing to achieve access and equity in their lives.

Values
We value the right to;

• Independent and satisfying lives
• Enjoy the same political, civil and human rights as all Australians
• Access to all services and facilities

Result Areas

1. Deaf and hard of hearing individuals

• have knowledge and skills to achieve their own wellbeing
• have access to support services and learning opportunities
• experience decreased isolation
• have increased opportunities to participate in community life

 Priority areas - youth, aged people and individuals at risk

2. Deaf and hard of hearing individuals and their networks

• have access to opportunities for support
• have access to learning opportunities which strengthen the community

Priority areas - mentoring and building capacity of groups within the community

3. The community

• provides increased opportunities to participate
• responds to the aspirations of deaf and hard of hearing people

Priority areas – government and business sectors

Governance

Deaf Services Queensland is a public company and is limited by guarantee.

The constitution defines the objectives for which Deaf Services Queensland is established and sets out the governance principles in accordance with the Australian Corporations law.

Deaf Services Queensland is endorsed by hte Australian Tax Office as a deductible gift recipient (DGR) and for charity tax concessions (CTC).

Membership is open to individuals or organisations, subject to approval by Deaf Services Queensland Board.

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