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The History of Sign Languages: From Ancient Times to Modern Day

signlanguage.blog29 January 202529 January 2025

Sign languages are not a modern invention. They have existed for centuries, evolving alongside spoken languages and playing a vital role in the lives of Deaf individuals and communities. Far...

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Australian Aboriginal Sign Language (AASL)

signlanguage.blog6 December 20238 December 2023

Australian Aboriginal Sign Language (or, rather, languages) (AASL) are a rich and diverse array of communication systems that have existed within Indigenous Australian communities for generations. These sign languages hold...

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Elizabeth ‘Betty’ Steel: The first documented Deaf Australian

signlanguage.blog1 December 202316 December 2023

In the annals of Australia's history, there exist tales of resilience, hardship, and the pursuit of a new life amidst adversity. One such story revolves around Elizabeth Steel, also known...