Better Hearing Australia is a National Consumer based non-profit organisation which provides services throughout Australia for people who have hearing loss.
Better Hearing Australia Inc. is controlled by the Better Hearing Council, which is made up of representatives of the Better Hearing Branches. There are Branches of Better Hearing in all Australian States. The Council meets at its Annual General Meeting and Conference where it discusses current issues, conducts training sessions and decides on the way ahead.
A wide range of services includes advice, community education, hearing loss management training, staff training, resource information and publications.
PURPOSE:
Better Hearing Australia’s purpose is to help people in Australia with hearing impairment to improve their quality of life
MISSION:
Better Hearing Australia is the national voice of all people in Australia with hearing impairment, promoting good communication and life solutions by the provision of education, support and advocacy.
STRATEGY:
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To equip the person with hearing impairment with necessary information and skills to permit successful management of their social, education and occupational environment.
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To raise community awareness concerning issues of importance for people with hearing impairment.
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To provide opportunities through advisory and support services for people with hearing impairment to deal with the effects of hearing loss and restore confidence and self-esteem.
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To submit briefs and make representations to any private or governmental organization to ensure the specific needs of people with hearing impairment are met.
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To identify any discrimination with regard to hearing impairment and seek to enforce compliance with the requirements of any anti-discrimination legislation.
CORE VALUES:
Better Hearing Australia’s Core Values are Care, Respect, Understanding, Integrity and Commitment.