https://www.nabs.org.au/ nabs.org.au Blog en 04/04/2013 2:00:00 PM https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/ndis-workshop---hervey-bay https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/ndis-workshop---hervey-bay NABS is holding a free NDIS information workshop in Hervey Bay on Saturday 6 October 2018. Click here to download flyer. You can RSVP online, through email or SMS: Online - click here Email - communications@nabs.org.au SMS - 0408 908 102 ... Tue, 28 Aug 2018 10:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/ndis-workshop---sunshine-coast https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/ndis-workshop---sunshine-coast NABS is holding a free NDIS information workshop in Coolum Beach on the Sunshine Coast on Saturday 11 August 2018. Click here to download flyer. You can RSVP online, through email or SMS: Online - click here Email - communications@nabs.org.au SMS - 0408 908 102 ... Mon, 09 Jul 2018 15:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/ndis-workshop---chermside--april- https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/ndis-workshop---chermside--april- NABS is holding a free NDIS information workshop in Chermside (north Brisbane) on Friday 20 April 2018. Click here to download flyer. RSVP - 13 April 2018 Please RSVP by email - communications@nabs.org.au or send SMS to 0408 908 102   Mon, 12 Mar 2018 13:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/ndis-workshops---perth https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/ndis-workshops---perth NABS and NICSS is holding two free NDIS workshops in Perth. Thursday 8 March 6:30pm-8:30pm Friday 9 March 10:00am-12:00noon Click here to download flyer. It is important to RSVP - by 1 March. You can RSVP through email or SMS. Email - communications@nabs.org.au SMS - 0408 908 102 ... Thu, 22 Feb 2018 16:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/morning-tea-for-deaf-over-65 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/morning-tea-for-deaf-over-65 If you are Deaf, over 65 and live in/near North Brisbane, you are welcome to a morning tea by NABS. To download flyer, click here     Thu, 28 Dec 2017 11:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/ndis-workshop---gold-coast https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/ndis-workshop---gold-coast NABS and NICSS is holding a free NDIS workshop in Clear Island Waters (Gold Coast) on Friday 2 February 2018. Click here to download flyer.  You can RSVP online, through email or SMS. Online - click here Email - communications@nabs.org.au SMS - 0408 908 102   ... Mon, 11 Dec 2017 12:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/ndis-workshop---cairns https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/ndis-workshop---cairns NABS and NICSS is holding a free NDIS information workshop in Cairns on Friday 9th February 2018.  Click here to download flyer. You can RSVP online, through email or SMS.  Online - click here Email - communications@nabs.org.au SMS - 0408 908 102   ... Mon, 11 Dec 2017 12:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/opening-hours-december-2017-january-2018 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/opening-hours-december-2017-january-2018 Mon, 11 Dec 2017 12:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/ndis-workshop---logan https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/ndis-workshop---logan NABS and NICSS is holding a free NDIS information workshop in Logan on Wednesday 31 January 2018.  Click here to download flyer.  You can RSVP online, through email or SMS.  Online - click here Email - communications@nabs.org.au SMS - 0408 908 102   ... Mon, 11 Dec 2017 11:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/ndis-workshop---chermside--north-brisbane- https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/ndis-workshop---chermside--north-brisbane- NABS and NICSS is holding a free NDIS information workshop in Chermside (north Brisbane) on Thursday 18 January 2018. Click here to download flyer. You can RSVP online, through email or SMS: Online - click here Email - communications@nabs.org.au SMS - 0408 908 102   ... Tue, 28 Nov 2017 15:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/ndis-workshop---bundaberg--november- https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/ndis-workshop---bundaberg--november- NABS and NICSS is holding a free NDIS information workshop in Bundaberg on Thursday 23 November 2017. Click here to download flyer. You can RSVP online, through email or SMS: Online - click here Email - communications@nabs.org.au SMS - 0408 908 102   ... Tue, 31 Oct 2017 15:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/ndis-workshop---ipswich--october- https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/ndis-workshop---ipswich--october- NABS and NICSS is holding a free NDIS information workshop in Ipswich on Thursday 26 October 2017 from 10am-12pm. Click here to download flyer. You can RSVP online, through email or SMS: Online - click here Email - communications@nabs.org.au SMS - 0408 908 102   ... Tue, 26 Sep 2017 12:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/ndis-workshop---rockhampton https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/ndis-workshop---rockhampton NABS and NICSS is holding a free NDIS information workshop in Rockhampton on Wednesday 11 October 2017. Click here to download flyer.  You can RSVP online, through email or SMS: Online - click here Email - communications@nabs.org.au SMS - 0408 908 102     ... Thu, 24 Aug 2017 10:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/ndis-workshop---bundaberg https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/ndis-workshop---bundaberg NABS and NICSS is holding a free NDIS information workshop in Bundaberg on Wednesday 18 October 2017.  Click here to download flyer.  You can RSVP online, through email or SMS: Online - click here Email - communications@nabs.org.au SMS - 0408 908 102 ... Thu, 24 Aug 2017 10:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/nabs-staff-profile---sarah-aldred https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/nabs-staff-profile---sarah-aldred Q&A with our Contact Centre Manager What is your role? I started working at NABS in August 2016.   I am the NABS Contact Centre Manager. I look after the booking officers here. Tell us a little about yourself and your professional background I previously taught in primary school and at one time  I ran my own business. Before I started working at NABS, I was a Trainer with Toll Companies in Queensland. What is the best part of your job? I am very lucky to be working with a great and hard-working team who focus on communicating with deaf clie... Tue, 13 Jun 2017 13:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/ndis-workshop---toowoomba--june- https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/ndis-workshop---toowoomba--june- NABS/NICSS is holding a free NDIS information workshop in Toowoomba on Thursday 22 June 2017. Click here to download flyer. If you would like to attend, you can register online or email communications@nabs.org.au   ... Thu, 08 Jun 2017 12:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/ndis-workshop---ipswich https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/ndis-workshop---ipswich NABS/NICSS is holding a free NDIS information workshop in Ipswich on Thursday 6 July 2017. Click here to download flyer. If you would like to attend, you can register online or email communications@nabs.org.au   ... Thu, 08 Jun 2017 10:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/ndis-workshop---mackay https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/ndis-workshop---mackay NABS/NICSS is holding a free NDIS information workshop in Mackay on Thursday 13 July 2017.  Click here to download flyer.  If you would like to attend, you can register online or email communications@nabs.org.au  ... Thu, 01 Jun 2017 13:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/anzac-day-closure-2017 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/anzac-day-closure-2017 Tue, 18 Apr 2017 11:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/ndis-workshop---toowoomba--april- https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/ndis-workshop---toowoomba--april- NABS/NICSS is holding a free NDIS information workshop in Toowoomba on Wednesday 26 April 2017.  Click here to download flyer. If you would like to attend, you can register online or email communications@nabs.org.au     ... Thu, 09 Mar 2017 15:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/morning-tea-for-deaf-seniors-over-65-in-north-brisbane https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/morning-tea-for-deaf-seniors-over-65-in-north-brisbane   On Monday 27 February, Wesley Mission Queensland and NABS held a morning tea at Bracken Ridge Tavern for Deaf people over 65. The main discussion was on aged care support. Over 50 people came along. Many thanks to those who came along!  Tue, 07 Mar 2017 12:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/nabs-easter-closure https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/nabs-easter-closure Tue, 07 Mar 2017 12:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/nabs-closure-dates https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/nabs-closure-dates NABS/NICSS CHRISTMAS CLOSURE DATES: Christmas Day December 25 Boxing Day December 26 Christmas Day Holiday December 27 New Year's Day Holiday January 2 2017 Normal office hours will resume on Tuesday, January 3, 2017 NABS Office Hours: 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday Wishing you all a happy and safe holiday period. We look forward to working with you in 2017. ... Tue, 13 Dec 2016 09:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/new-nabs-feedback-form https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/new-nabs-feedback-form NABS has a new online feedback form. The from is for all our clients (Deaf community, interpreters and Medical Practices) to provide feedback on their experience in using our services.  COMPETITION NABS WANTS YOUR FEEDBACK Fill our online feedback form before January 15, 2017 for a chance to win a $50 voucher  NABS has a new online feedback form. You can tell NABS your good and bad comments. The form is on NABS website or here. HOW DO I ENTER THE COMPETITION? To go in the competition you must fill out your full name, email or SMS number, and feedback... Mon, 28 Nov 2016 13:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/faqs---nabs-and-the-ndis https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/faqs---nabs-and-the-ndis NABS has a new Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Fact Sheet about the National Disability Insurance Scheme. This includes information on accessing the NDIS, how NABS can help you, and contact details for more information. Wed, 09 Nov 2016 10:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/hands-and-hearts-fair---toowong https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/hands-and-hearts-fair---toowong The Toowong State School Hands and Hearts Fair will be held this Saturday, October 22 in Brisbane. NABS is proud to be a sponsor of this family friendly event, which brings together the Deaf community, food, rides and fun! For more information, visit the Hands and Hearts Facebook page here: https://www.facebook.com/handsandheartsfair/   Wed, 19 Oct 2016 12:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/national-week-of-deaf-people-2016 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/national-week-of-deaf-people-2016 Sat, 15 Oct 2016 09:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/ndis-workshops---tamworth https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/ndis-workshops---tamworth NABS/NICSS is holding free NDIS workshops in Tamworth in November. You can register online now. For more information, see flyers below.   ... Wed, 12 Oct 2016 10:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/public-holiday---nabs-open https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/public-holiday---nabs-open NABS will be open this coming Monday, October 3 for the Queen's Birthday holiday. Thu, 29 Sep 2016 09:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/interpreter-mental-health-training---hobart https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/interpreter-mental-health-training---hobart Interpreters (accredited or non-accredited) are invited to attend a Mental Health Training workshop on behalf of the Tasmanian Transcultural Mental Health Network/Phoenix Centre. Date and Time: September 23, 9am to 5pm Venue: Glenorchy, Tasmania Cost: FREE RSVP: Rebecca Lamb by 5pm on Wednesday 21 September, on (03) 6234 9138 or rlamb@mrchobart.org.au See flyer for more information. ... Mon, 12 Sep 2016 12:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/nabs-update---september-5 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/nabs-update---september-5 This video has been withdrawn due to third party malicious hacking.     Thu, 08 Sep 2016 11:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/nabs-update---august-24 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/nabs-update---august-24   Reminder from NABS that our office hours are 8am to 6pm Monday to Friday Busy time of year for Bookings Staff and Interpreters Many, easy ways to contact NABS and book interpreter Visit NABS website for more information - www.nabs.org.au   Thank you for using NABS services! ... Wed, 24 Aug 2016 14:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/busy-winter-season---reminder-from-nabs https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/busy-winter-season---reminder-from-nabs   Reminder from NABS about booking Auslan Interpreters.   Winter is a busy time for NABS and Interpreters.   Please be patient when waiting for a confirmation for future bookings.   Our staff will get back to you.   Thank you for using NABS service. ... Tue, 09 Aug 2016 12:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/responses-from-medical-interpreting-services-forum https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/responses-from-medical-interpreting-services-forum NABS/WMB have released responses in relation to questions raised at the Medical Interpreting Services Forum held on July 18, 2016. You can view the responses HERE. Tue, 02 Aug 2016 08:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/1000-likes---facebook-community https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/1000-likes---facebook-community Mon, 01 Aug 2016 09:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/nabs-update---july-20 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/nabs-update---july-20   As of Monday 18th of July the Department of Social Services have advised us that they will provide additional funds to enable NABS to provide full services to the Deaf community until December 2016.   DSS have indicated that they will review the situation in December. We will continue to negotiate with DSS and advise accordingly. ... Wed, 20 Jul 2016 10:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/nabs-office-hours---to-make-a-booking https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/nabs-office-hours---to-make-a-booking From July 1, 2016 NABS has new office hours to make a booking. You can find out more information about changes to NABS HERE Fri, 01 Jul 2016 09:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/ndis-workshop---hunter-region https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/ndis-workshop---hunter-region Mon, 06 Jun 2016 10:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/anzac-day-closure https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/anzac-day-closure Wed, 20 Apr 2016 09:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/easter-long-weekend https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/easter-long-weekend Tue, 22 Mar 2016 09:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/lots-of-laughs-at-comedy-show https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/lots-of-laughs-at-comedy-show There were lots of laughs at the John Smith Deaf Comedy in Brisbane last week. The event was sponsored by NABS and NICSS, and was held on March 14 and March 16 at Wesley Mission Brisbane in Chermside. More than 50 members of the Deaf Community attended the event on the final night, as well as interpreters and staff from NABS and NICSS. It was great to see some familiar faces and meet with members of the community. John Smith is a popular comedian from the UK, and entertains audiences in Deaf clubs and theatres across England, Ireland, Europe, USA and Australia. ... Mon, 21 Mar 2016 12:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/working-in-parliamentary-settings https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/working-in-parliamentary-settings - By NABS/NICSS Interpreter, Amanda (Mandy) Dolejsi As a Professional Auslan/English interpreter, living in Canberra has provided me with the opportunity to work in various political settings in both the ACT Legislative Assembly as well as the Federal Parliament. My first exposure to federal politics was interpreting for the then Federal Minister's Disability Advisory Council during the International Year of People with a Disability in 1981, and since then I have had a keen interest in politics. Parliament is steeped in historical protocols and procedures that are strictly main... Mon, 14 Mar 2016 16:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/rachel-byrnes-joins-nabs-communications-team https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/rachel-byrnes-joins-nabs-communications-team Hello. I have been asked to share my story with you. I have recently started my new role as Communication Officer representing NABS and NICSS. Many of you know, I have previously worked at Deaf Australia for the last 10 years providing awareness for deaf and hearing community as well as some advocacy work. This leads me to an exciting chapter working as a Communication Officer. My role as a Communication Officer is to deliver the information in the wider community about NABS, NICSS and the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).  For the Deaf Community, the most... Wed, 02 Mar 2016 11:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/nabs-at-our-choice-expo-2016 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/nabs-at-our-choice-expo-2016 NABS & NICSS Auslan Interpreting Services were pleased to take part in the annual Our Choice Expo again this year. The Expo was held at Deakin Uni, Geelong on Friday, 12 February and was designed to inform National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) participants and their families about the services and issues related to the NDIS. The Expo was hosted by the Having a Say Conference and was attended by over 600 visitors and more than 80 exhibitors offering services to people with a disability.  NABS & NICSS were so pleased to have the opportunity to connect with De... Fri, 19 Feb 2016 10:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/deaf-comedy---john-smith https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/deaf-comedy---john-smith NABS/NICSS is proud to be sponsoring live stand up comedy with UK comedian John Smith. Date: March 14th, 15th and 16th Time: 7pm to 10.30pm Where: UHL Hall, Wesley Mission Brisbane, 930 Gympie Rd, Chermside QLD Tickets: $30 for pensioner, $40 for adult RSVP: March 1, 2016 Contact: Rachel Byrnes - r.byrnes@nabs.org.au or Paula Arnold - 0433 870 085 (SMS Only)   Wed, 17 Feb 2016 14:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/nabs-at-the-australian-deaf-games https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/nabs-at-the-australian-deaf-games NABS interpreters Ali Dowl and Liz Temple were part of the recent Australian Deaf Games in Adelaide. They were mainly located at the Games Hub, with many organisations providing information and goodies to the community. Thanks to everyone who stopped by to chat, ask questions and give us feedback. Well done to all of the athletes for their efforts in the hot Adelaide weather. When visiting sports venues, Liz and Ali report their favourite sporting moment was a hard fought netball match between Vic and SA ... ending in a draw! Thanks for having us Adelaide! NABS/NIC... Mon, 25 Jan 2016 10:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/australia-day-public-holiday https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/australia-day-public-holiday The NABS offices will be closed tomorrow (Tuesday, January 26) for Australia Day. We will re-open with normal operating hours on Wednesday, January 27. Mon, 25 Jan 2016 09:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/australian-deaf-games---official-app https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/australian-deaf-games---official-app Are you going to the Australian Deaf Games in Adelaide this weekend? NABS will have a stand at the event, so come visit us! The Deaf Games has also launched an official Games App for your mobile phone or device, so you can check official results, transport info and more. Find out more about the App HERE.   Tue, 05 Jan 2016 11:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/happy-new-year https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/happy-new-year The team at NABS wishes all its interpreters and the Deaf community a safe and happy New Year! The NABS office will be closed on Friday, January 1. Normal opening hours will resume on January 2, 2016. Fri, 01 Jan 2016 08:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/holiday-closure-reminder https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/holiday-closure-reminder NABS wishes you a safe and happy holiday. The NABS offices will be closed on the national public holidays: Christmas Day (December 25), Boxing Day (December 26) and Monday, December 28, for Boxing Day holiday. Thu, 24 Dec 2015 09:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/happy-holidays-from-nabs https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/happy-holidays-from-nabs Mon, 14 Dec 2015 09:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/language-and-the-law-ii-conference https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/language-and-the-law-ii-conference The second Language and the Law Conference was recently hosted by the Supreme Court in Darwin and proved to be a great conference, bringing together professionals from a mix of disciplines from the Northern Territory and Australia. The conference was held for interpreters and professionals who provide services to clients in Courts for whom English is not their first language. Over 200 delegates attended, including interpreters, interpreter trainers, judges and magistrates, lawyers, police officers, correctional officers, and linguists. Key note speakers included: The Hon ... Thu, 03 Dec 2015 14:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/nabs-attends-tasmanian-health-conference https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/nabs-attends-tasmanian-health-conference Our interpreter in Tasmania, Ali Dowl, recently represented NABS at the "Tasmanian Health Conference" in Hobart. This event is organised by the Australian Medical Association (AMA) and brings together people from all parts of the health system. The conference had a broad range of speakers and particularly looked at IT and how technology is being used in health care. Chatting to many people in the exhibition space meant we could spread the word about NABS services. We also focused on promoting the concept of a "deaf friendly" practice or service. &quot... Mon, 30 Nov 2015 11:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/nrs-app-survey https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/nrs-app-survey The National Relay Service (NRS) launched an app in December 2014 and are calling all users of the app to complete a Survey. If you have used the app and would like to provide your feedback, please complete the Survey here. Participants will go into a draw to win a prize. Fri, 27 Nov 2015 13:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/ndis-new-world-conference-showcases-disability-technology https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/ndis-new-world-conference-showcases-disability-technology The NDIS World Conference - Disability in the 21st Century was held at the Brisbane Conference and Exhibition Centre from 27-29 October and proved to be a big success. The conference was held by the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) and brought together 1500 people with disabilities, service providers, IT professionals and companies to share in the technology revolution in disability services. Sign language interpreters were on hand to ensure Deaf people could participate in and learn about the technological advancements that could improve their lives.  The Apple Acc... Fri, 20 Nov 2015 12:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/nsw-government-s-auslan-video-about-ndis-in-nsw https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/nsw-government-s-auslan-video-about-ndis-in-nsw The NSW Government has created a video in Auslan about NDIS in NSW. Visit NSW Government NDIS website to view the video,  Thu, 29 Oct 2015 10:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/ndis-new-world--disability-in-the-21st-century-conference https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/ndis-new-world--disability-in-the-21st-century-conference The NDIS New World Conference is fast approaching. The conference will be held at the Bisbane Conference & Exhibition Centre from 27-29 October. This groundbreaking conference will be an opportunity for people with a disability, technology experts, entrepreneurs, policy makers and service providers to come together. There will be an exhibition and trade show with top national and international speakers. Make sure you drop by our NABS / NICSS Exhibition Stand and talk to us about how we can help you with your interpreting needs.  For further information, visit NDIS New... Wed, 21 Oct 2015 13:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/graduate-diploma-of-auslan-english-interpreting-2016 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/graduate-diploma-of-auslan-english-interpreting-2016 The Macquarie University's Graduate Diploma of Auslan-English Interpreting 2016 offers professional development for paraprofessional and professional level interpreters working between Auslan and English. For more information see the Enrolment Information Sheet. Please note that applications close on 4 December 2015. Wed, 21 Oct 2015 12:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/master-of-translation---interpreter-studies https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/master-of-translation---interpreter-studies Have you completed your Postgraduate Diploma of Auslan-English Interpreting and are thinking about further study at Masters level? You may be able to apply for the Master of Translation and Interpreting (MTIS) program from 2016. This pathway will suit those wishing to upgrade their existing MQ interpreting qualifications for teaching or employment purposes, and/or to pursue further research in the longer term. For further information, view the Information Sheet here   ... Wed, 21 Oct 2015 12:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/national-week-of-deaf-people https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/national-week-of-deaf-people National Week of Deaf People (NWDP) is a week long national celebration of Deaf individuals and the Deaf community. NWDP is held from the 3rd Saturday of October each year, so this year, NWDP week runs from Saturday 17 October through to Friday 23 October. For more information, visit Deaf Australia.     Wed, 21 Oct 2015 11:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/interpreters-wanted-for-australian-deaf-games- https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/interpreters-wanted-for-australian-deaf-games- Attention Interpreters! The Australian Deaf Games will be held in Adelaide from 9-16 January 2016. They are currently looking for interpreters interested in volunteering at the Games. If you are interested, please register your interest at http://austdeafgames.org.au/Volunteer-Application Tue, 22 Sep 2015 14:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/breakthrough-braille-phone https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/breakthrough-braille-phone A new caption-braille device is being trialled in Australia.  The device will help Deaf and blind people make phone calls and have conversations easily.  More Information: Deafblind Australian makes historic call with breakthrough Braille phone Tue, 19 May 2015 14:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/privacy-awareness-week-3-9-may-2015 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/privacy-awareness-week-3-9-may-2015 Privacy Awarenenes Week is an initiative of the Asia Pacific Privacy Authorities forum (APPA) to promote awareness of privacy issues and the importance of the protection of personal information. It is also about the responsibilities of businesses and the Governement when handling that information. The Office of the Australiqan Information Commissioner (OAIC) has released an Auslan video about the Privacy Act and how to make a privacy complaint. Click here to view the video.  For further information, visit the OAIC website.      ... Wed, 06 May 2015 11:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/ndis-webinar---tips-for-families-and-carers https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/ndis-webinar---tips-for-families-and-carers The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) will be running a webinar called 'Tips for Families and Carers' on Wednesday, 29 April 2015 from 1pm to 2pm. Be sure to tune in to hear a panel discuss their experiences and tips for families and carers on preparing for the NDIS by visiting http://livestream.ssc.gov.au/NDIS/April2015/  Fri, 17 Apr 2015 13:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/nabs-autumn-interpreter-newsletter https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/nabs-autumn-interpreter-newsletter Welcome to the Autumn 2015 edition of the NABS Interpreter e-newsletter. This edition is a celebration of NABS 10th Year. We hope you enjoy the stories about how NABS has evolved and how the service has changed the lives of Deaf or hard of hearing people.  Read NABS Autumn Interpreter Newsletter here Thu, 02 Apr 2015 14:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/volunteer-interpreters-wanted- https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/volunteer-interpreters-wanted- Calling on Interpreters willing to volunteer their time for a good cause - The Mothers Day Classic to help raise funds for breast cancer research. The Mothers Day Classic will be held in Brisbane on 10 May at 6.00am at Southbank and is a great chance for the community to come together, to run or walk, and raise awareness and money for this cause. Chevoy will be organising volunteer interpreters for this and other events. To find out more, please contact Chevoy at chevoysweeney@gmail.com. ... Fri, 27 Mar 2015 11:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/deaf-advocate-named-young-australian-of-the-year-2015 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/deaf-advocate-named-young-australian-of-the-year-2015 Congratulations to Drisana Levitzke-Gray who was awarded Young Australian of the Year 2015. The 21 year-old from Perth, is dedicated to helping other Deaf people and advocating their human rights. Drisana received a national honour for her efforts in promoting diversity and acceptance of Deaf people. To read more, visit: www.australianoftheyear.org.au     Tue, 27 Jan 2015 15:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/nabs-attends-aslia-national-conference-in-perth https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/nabs-attends-aslia-national-conference-in-perth Pictured: NABS Manager Training and Communications, Janette Manley at the NABS Stand. ASLIA Conference 2014 in Perth, Western Australia.   NABS attended the Australian Sign Language Interpreters’ Association (ASLIA) National Conference (ANC) in Perth, Western Australia on August 29-31. The ANC is the largest gathering of Auslan/English interpreters and allied professionals that is regularly held in Australia. This year’s event was held at the Duxton Hotel Perth and attracted a large number of interpreters and students. NABS had ... Thu, 25 Sep 2014 09:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/izaac-rides-proud-at-queensland-show https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/izaac-rides-proud-at-queensland-show Being partially deaf and mute has not stopped Izaac Brindley from doing what he loves – riding horses. The nineteen-year-old Queenslander first started horse riding at the Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA) at Palmwoods on the Sunshine Coast. He is now training for competitions and showing miniature horses in local agriculture and horse breed shows. This month, Izaac rode in demonstrations at the Royal Queensland Show (Brisbane Ekka) on Gypsy Cob and RDA horses. He was also sponsored by Wrangler to wear his very own cowboy hat, and Wrangler belt, shirt, ... Thu, 21 Aug 2014 12:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/tasmanian-health-conference https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/tasmanian-health-conference NABS stand at the Tasmanian Health Conference   On Saturday 26th July, NABS was represented at the ‘Tasmanian Health Conference’ held at the Menzies Centre in Hobart. Over 150 people attended to discuss the state of health services and workforce issues. NABS Tasmania Interpreter Ali Dowl met many people and provided information about NABS interpreters. This was a very successful event. New contacts were made with many doctors, health workers and education providers. NABS thanks the Australian Medical Associati... Wed, 06 Aug 2014 09:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/community-workshop---tasmania https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/community-workshop---tasmania A Community Workshop is being held in Tasmania on Tuesday, August 5. "What is discrimination?", "What laws protect me in Tasmania?" and "Where do I go for help?" Staff from the OFFICE OF THE ANTIDISCRIMINATION COMMISSIONER discuss all of this and can answer your questions. Questions/RSVP - Email Ali Dowl a.dowl@nabs.org.au     Thu, 17 Jul 2014 12:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/koda-camp https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/koda-camp NABS is proud to be a sponsor of this year's Koda Camp. The first ever National Koda Camp is now OPEN for registration.  WHEN:  Friday 7th to Monday 10th November WHERE:  Tallebudgera on the Gold Coast (right on the beautiful beach!) AGE:  12 – 17 year olds COST:  $285 per camper INCLUDES:  accommodation, meals, activities, half day Dreamworld entry and a gift Koda’s from all over Australia are welcome to attend. There will be leaders from New South Wales, Queensland and Victoria.  For more information vis... Thu, 17 Jul 2014 12:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/tri-nation-deaf-tenpin-bowling-event https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/tri-nation-deaf-tenpin-bowling-event - By Bruce Shaw, President Sydney Stars Deaf Tenpin Bowling Club   The Tri Nation Event which was played on 21st April, 2014 at Blacktown AMF was a big success. All bowlers and visitors enjoyed the games. We had 6 bowlers on each team for Argentina, Australia and New Zealand for both men and womens teams. Results: Mens Tri Nation – 1st Australia - 37 points, 2nd Argentina - 25 points, 3rd New Zealand - 22 points. Womens Tri Nation 1st Australia - 43 points, 2nd New Zealand - 33 points, 3rd Argentina - 8 points. A great win for Australia.   ... Mon, 02 Jun 2014 10:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/nabs-in-italy https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/nabs-in-italy Sandra with her NABS notebook at Bagni di Lucca, Italy. Thu, 08 May 2014 10:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/national-indigenous-health-conference--2013---a-presentation-by-liz-temple--nabs-interpreter https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/national-indigenous-health-conference--2013---a-presentation-by-liz-temple--nabs-interpreter NABS Interpreter Liz Temple presented at the National Indigenous Health Conference (NIHC) in Cairns on the challenges faced in the Northern Territory by Deaf Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and how NABS is working with the community, hearing services, hospitals and health networks to improve to the health outcomes of Indigenous Deaf people by providing free sign language interpreters for medical and health care appointments. Figures show that in 2010, eight out of 10 Indigenous children in the NT were affected by hearing loss, while in 2012; nine out of 10 indigenous in... Mon, 28 Apr 2014 14:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/anzac-day-hours-of-operation https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/anzac-day-hours-of-operation NABS will be closed on Friday, April 25. Normal hours will resume on Saturday, April 26. Tue, 22 Apr 2014 09:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/auslan-interpreter-position-vacant--darwin-nt https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/auslan-interpreter-position-vacant--darwin-nt Part Time Contract Position to 30 June 2016 50 - 60 hours per fortnight Salary Range $28.56 to $31.94 per hour Wesley Mission Brisbane in conjunction with its activities NABS and NICSS has an exciting opportunity in the Northern Territory for an experienced Professional or Para-Professional Auslan sign language interpreter to undertake interpreting assignments and administration duties in close association with current NT professional staff employed by NABS (National Auslan Interpreter Booking & Payment Service). Key Responsibilities include: • Undertake interpret... Tue, 15 Apr 2014 12:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/easter-break https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/easter-break NABS WISHES YOU A SAFE AND HAPPY EASTER! CLOSING HOURS: NABS will be closed on Good Friday (April 18) and Easter Monday (April 21). The Contact Centre will be open on Saturday, April 19 from 8am to 1pm. Normal hours will resume on Tuesday, April 22. CLICK HERE Mon, 14 Apr 2014 09:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/national-deaf-tenpin-bowling-championships https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/national-deaf-tenpin-bowling-championships Bruce Shaw with the trophy for the winning Tri Nations team   - By Bruce Shaw, President Sydney Stars Deaf Tenpin Bowling Club From 17th to 21st April, 2014, the Sydney Stars Deaf Tenpin Bowling Club will be hosting the National Deaf Tenpin Bowling Championships at Blacktown in Sydney, NSW. The National Deaf Tenpin Bowling Championships are played every Easter in a different location all over Australia. They are hosted by different States every year except for any dates which fall on the ‘0’ or ‘5’ year anniversary... Thu, 10 Apr 2014 08:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/nabs-cup-awarded-at-deaf-rugby-union-sevens-championship https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/nabs-cup-awarded-at-deaf-rugby-union-sevens-championship NABS proudly sponsored the 'NABS Cup' for the winning team at the Australia Deaf Rugby Union Sevens National Championship   - By Simon Mahony, ADRU7 President Australia Deaf Rugby Union Sevens’ 1st National Deaf Rugby Sevens Championship 2014 was held on Saturday 1st March 2014 in Granville Park (Parramatta Rugby Union Club), Sydney NSW. This event of Deaf rugby sevens tournament was another successful event since the Deaf rugby sevens tournament at the Australian Deaf Games in Geelong 2012. There were t... Wed, 12 Mar 2014 09:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/national-deafness-sector-summit-comes-to-brisbane https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/national-deafness-sector-summit-comes-to-brisbane The 8th National Deafness Sector Summit will be held at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre on May 3-4, 2014. The Summit will focus on workplace issues affecting people who are hearing impaired, have an ear disorder or are Deaf. Topics include: My Rights At Work, Libby Harricks Memorial Oration, Using Education to Get to Work, and Career Development. For registration costs and further information, visit the Deafness Forum website HERE. Tue, 04 Mar 2014 07:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/smoke-alarm-subsidy-scheme---qld https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/smoke-alarm-subsidy-scheme---qld Deaf-friendly smoke alarm kit with strobe light and vibration pad   Eligible members of the Deaf and hearing impaired community now have access to low cost deaf-friendly smoke alarm systems under a new subsidy scheme. Funded by the Queensland Government through the Queensland Fire and Rescue Service, the scheme is being administered by Deaf Services Queensland. Under the scheme, eligible deaf and hearing impaired people will pay just $50 for the system, which includes a flashing strobe light and vibration pad. The rest of the cost is ... Tue, 11 Feb 2014 09:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/2013-northern-territory-disability-services-awards https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/2013-northern-territory-disability-services-awards NABS Interpreter Naomi Kishtoo helped interpret at the 2013 Northern Territory Disability Services Awards held in Darwin late last year. The Awards were attended by more than 120 guests, and recognised the businesses and individuals making a difference in the lives of people with a disability. Richard 'Margo' Margetson from ABC Radio (pictured left with Naomi Kishtoo) presented as Master of Ceremonies. Rachel Kroes won the Disability Sector Employees Award (Non-Government) and well as the 2013 Employee of the Year Award. The awards recognised her innovative a... Thu, 16 Jan 2014 14:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/national-indigenous-health-conference https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/national-indigenous-health-conference In November NABS attended the National Indigenous Health Conference in Cairns. NABS Interpreter Elizabeth (Liz) Temple presented on improving access and health outcomes for Indigenous Deaf people in the Northern Territory. There was lots of valuable information shared, including a keynote speech by Paul Higginbotham, CEO of Earbus Foundation WA. Over 200 people attended the three-day event, many of whom visited the NABS stand.   NABS stand at the National Indigenous Health Conference   The conference w... Thu, 19 Dec 2013 15:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/operating-hours-during-festive-season https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/operating-hours-during-festive-season NABS wishes you a safe and happy holidays. To see our opening hours over Christmas, please CLICK HERE. Kind regards, The Team @ NABS Thu, 19 Dec 2013 10:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/nabs-rural-interpreter-anc-2013-sponsorship-recipient https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/nabs-rural-interpreter-anc-2013-sponsorship-recipient By NABS Interpreter, Michael Egan I was both surprised and honoured to be awarded NABS (National Auslan Interpreter Booking and Payment Service) sponsorship to enable a rural interpreter to attend the 2013 ASLIA National Conference (ANC) in Sydney. My thanks to NABS for their generosity, and to the ASLIA Executive Committee for facilitating all the required arrangements in order for me to attend the ANC. Having read the line up of speakers I was eager to attend and if there was any disappointment it was that the program was one day only. It was fitting that the keynote... Tue, 17 Dec 2013 15:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/greetings-from-india https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/greetings-from-india Among the friendly faces at the recent World Federation of the Deaf Conference in Sydney was Shamila, from the YMCA Madurai in India. She shared with NABS some initiatives of the YMCA, such as the Services Centre for the Hearing Impaired, Special School for Mentally Challenged and YMCA Sports and Games Centre. Since the introduction of a special school in the 1970’s, nearly 1,200 boys and girls have successfully completed their studies in speech language, auditory training and lip reading. This includes students from pre-school age, right through to a Higher Secondary l... Mon, 18 Nov 2013 15:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/brisbane-deaf-festival https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/brisbane-deaf-festival Festival-goers were seeing orange as they made their way past the outside entertainment, food stalls and rides towards the NABS stand at the Brisbane Deaf Festival in Toowong. Run in conjunction with the Toowong State School Fete, the festival was held on Saturday, October 26 and attracted a wide range of families, community groups and interpreters.   NABS Communications and Administration Officer, Jayne, at the Brisbane Deaf Festival   NABS Interpreter Amanda speaks with community members ... Fri, 01 Nov 2013 14:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/nabs-attends-international-deaf-event-in-sydney https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/nabs-attends-international-deaf-event-in-sydney NABS stand at the 2013 ASLIA National Conference in Sydney   NABS headed to Sydney on Wednesday, October 16 for a big week of celebrations at the World Federation of the Deaf (WFD) and ASLIA National Conference (ANC). As bronze sponsors of the WFD Conference, NABS hosted an exhibition stand and had representation at the popular, International Deaf Film Festival. NABS connected with Deaf Consumers and Interpreters from not only across Australia, but around the world. WFD welcomed more than 600 delegates over the four-day event, in... Wed, 30 Oct 2013 15:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/introducing-disabilitycare-australia https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/introducing-disabilitycare-australia Wesley Mission Brisbane is registered with DisabilityCare Australia to provide Interpreting and Translating Services to eligible participants of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).  The National Auslan Interpreter Booking and Payment Service (NABS) and National Interpreting & Communication Services (NICSS) are activities of Wesley Mission Brisbane.  These activities will provide interpreting services on behalf of Wesley Mission Brisbane. What is DisabilityCare Australia? DisabilityCare Australia is the national disability insurance scheme.  It will s... Wed, 28 Aug 2013 11:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/the-height-of-adventure https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/the-height-of-adventure Adventurous Women is an all women group, Australia-wide company which gets women together to do exciting and fun challenges.   WA INTERPRETER CLIMBS EVEREST BASE CAMP Perth interpreter Kieta Philp swapped her job books for hiking boots when she climbed Everest Base Camp during a 14-day adventure. Kieta, along with 13 other women from the ‘Adventurous Women’ club, travelled to South Asia in April to take on the world’s highest mountain. After flying to Kathmandu (the capital of Nepal) Kieta and her team set off ... Thu, 01 Aug 2013 16:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/deaf-community-learn-important-facts-about-asthma https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/deaf-community-learn-important-facts-about-asthma On the 8th of May, the Asthma Foundation Queensland provided a free community presentation specially targeted for the Deaf Community. NABS were happy to provide an Auslan interpreter to ensure every member in the audience understood the important information and were able to ask questions. The presentation was highly successful. The presenter, Alicia from the Asthma Foundation provided a highly in depth discussion on the signs to watch for Asthma, medication used by Asthma sufferers, how to take them properly and what to do if someone is having asthma attack. She gave demonstrati... Wed, 15 May 2013 15:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/disabilitycare-australia-to-be-rolled-out-in-queensland https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/disabilitycare-australia-to-be-rolled-out-in-queensland The Gillard Government and Queensland Government have reached an historic agreement today that will see DisabilityCare Australia, the national disability insurance scheme, rolled out across Queensland by July 2019. The agreement will provide around 97,000 Queenslanders with significant or profound disability choice and control over the care and support they receive. DisabilityCare Australia will also give all Queenslanders peace of mind that if they have or acquire a disability, or have a child with disability, that leaves them needing daily care and support, they will get the ... Thu, 09 May 2013 10:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/nabs-agency-of-choice https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/nabs-agency-of-choice Congratulations to the National Auslan Booking and Payment Service (NABS) for continuing to achieve excellent outcomes for the Australian Deaf Community.  Wesley Mission Brisbane (WMB) are delighted to announce they have been awarded the NABS contract for another 3 years.  WMB Director of Community Services, Michelle Skinner congratulated the NABS team. “We are delighted to provide this service and thank the Deaf community for their support of NABS,” she said. “Congratulations to the NABS team of staff and interpreters who continue ... Thu, 18 Apr 2013 17:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/deaf-community-can-breathe-easy https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/deaf-community-can-breathe-easy The National Auslan Interpreter Booking and Payment Service (NABS) and the Asthma Foundation will for the first time be working together to give an educational presentation about Asthma to the Deaf Community. The free presentation will be held at the Logan Central Library on the 8th of May between 1pm and 3pm. Asthma affects a large percentage of the Deaf Community. The Deaf Community can’t always access the relevant information they need to be educated about important health issues. With the help of a NABS Auslan Interpreter, the Deaf Community will now have the opportunity to ac... Wed, 17 Apr 2013 16:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/sekou-s-story https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/sekou-s-story Sekou loves running and winning each race. All Sekou ever wanted was to be able to start the race fairly like everyone else. The other competitors knew when to start by the sound of the gun, but Sekou only knew to start because they did. He lodged a complaint with the human rights commission because he was told he couldn't have a flashing light to start the race. He won his bid, much the same way he wins his races. Watch his story here. NABS respects that Deaf people have the right to an interpreter. If you wish to book an interpreter for your next private medical appointment ple... Mon, 15 Apr 2013 14:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/celebrating-20-years-of-the-disability-discrimination-act https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/celebrating-20-years-of-the-disability-discrimination-act Joint Media Release with: •Jenny Macklin MP, Minister for Families, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs, Minister for Disability Reform Minister for Disability Reform, Jenny Macklin, and Parliamentary Secretary for Disability and Carers, Jan McLucas today acknowledged the 20th anniversary of the Disability Discrimination Act. Speaking at the launch of Twenty Years: Twenty Stories, the Australian Human Rights Commission’s collection of short films marking the achievements of the Act, Ms Macklin said that the Disability Discrimination Act was a landmark piece... Fri, 12 Apr 2013 10:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/chloe-s-story https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/chloe-s-story Hi, my name is Chloe. My sign name is Chloe, most people have a sign name to identify them and to know who they are, for example there might be a lot of Chloe’s that are Deaf, so when people ask, oh which Chloe are you talking about? When we use our sign name, they say, oh yeah, I know who she is, or no, I don’t know who she is. I am 18 years old, and I was born Deaf. I learnt to speak (English) and sign (Auslan - Australian Sign Language) when my parents found out that I was diagnosed Deaf at 2 years old. I am still learning today. I decided to tell my story because I&rs... Thu, 11 Apr 2013 15:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/nabs-to-sponsor-deaf-film-festival https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/nabs-to-sponsor-deaf-film-festival NABS is pleased to announce that we will be a sponsor for the World Federation of the Deaf Conference to be held in Sydney from 16 – 19 October 2013. Our involvement sees us sponsoring the International Deaf Film Festival. It is an honour for us to be able to support the Deaf Community in this way. This will be a wonderful festival.  It will attract a great number from the Deaf community and aims to celebrate the Deaf Community’s diversity and achievements. There will be stalls, entertainment and activities.  NABS will be putting something special together for the... Mon, 08 Apr 2013 16:00:00 +1000 https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/jacob-s-story https://www.nabs.org.au/blog/jacob-s-story Jacob Clarke tells the remarkable story of his landmark case for Deaf rights. In high school, Jacob's school felt he did not need an Interpreter and that a note-taking or Buddy system would suffice. He fought for five years for his right to an Interpreter and won, demonstrating why it is essential to have an Interpreter present to help with the education of Deaf high school students. NABS respects that Deaf people have the right to an interpreter. If you wish to book an interpreter for your next private medical appointment please contact NABS with details of your appointment.&nbs... Thu, 04 Apr 2013 14:00:00 +1000