Advancing hearing health across Aotearoa

Donations enable us to deliver hearing screening in schools, promote safe listening, and provide education and resources for children, young people, families, and communities. We work to reduce preventable hearing loss, support early identification, and improve access to information and support for people who are Deaf or hard of hearing.

In 2026, our focus is on expanding reach, strengthening prevention, and increasing access to hearing health support nationwide.

How your donation helps

$30
Helps support early hearing screening and safe listening education for children and young people.

$50
Contributes to the delivery of school and community hearing health programmes, including resources for families and educators.

$80
Supports programme delivery, community outreach, and advocacy work that improves access to hearing health support.

All donations support our programmes and advocacy work in line with our 2026 Roadmap.

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Supporting Deaf and hard of hearing communities for over 45 years

Our programmes focus on prevention, early identification, education, and advocacy, shaped through decades of working alongside Deaf and hard of hearing communities and informed by research and sector leadership.

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Our Core Programmes

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School Hearing Screening

Helping identify hearing concerns early so children can stay connected, confident, and ready to learn.

Make Listening Safe

Supporting young people to enjoy music, technology, and everyday sound while protecting their hearing for the future.

Workplace Hearing Awareness

We help organisations create hearing-aware and accessible workplaces through education, communication access initiatives, and accreditation.

Retirement Village Outreach

Bringing hearing checks, information, and support directly to older people, helping them stay socially connected and independent.

 

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Shaping a National Hearing Health Strategy for Aotearoa

We are leading the development of a National Hearing Health Strategy for Aotearoa, bringing together evidence, lived experience, and sector expertise. Through consultation and collaboration, we are working with stakeholders to identify priorities, strengthen coordination, and improve hearing health outcomes nationwide.

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Community Stories

We share stories from Deaf and hard of hearing people, families, educators, and communities to highlight lived experience, raise awareness, and bring hearing health issues to life. These stories reflect the real impact of our work and the voices that shape our advocacy.

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Grants & Scholarships

Funding opportunities that support education, access, and participation for Deaf and hard of hearing people.

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Resources

Practical information and tools for individuals, families, schools, and workplaces.

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Research & Insights

Research, reports, and sector insights that inform programmes, advocacy, and policy.

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