About Us
We are a non-profit organisation for Deaf and hard of hearing young Australians up to 35 years old.
Our vision and mission statement is a reflection of what we aim to achieve for young Deaf and hard of hearing Australians.
This is an overview of what our plans are currently for DYA’s future.
We have six areas that we are currently focusing on:
- For and by young Deaf people
- Empowerment
- Connect
- Inclusion
- Recognition
- Authenticity
Meet our Board Members
We are the current board members for DYA from 2023 – 2025.
Sam Martin
I am 26 years old and based in Victoria.
My role is Co-Chair. This means I am co-leading DYA with Chloe Haywood (another co-chair). I am responsible in ensuring DYA is running smoothly.
I decided to join DYA because I wanted to help our Deaf youth around Australia thrive by bringing us together nationally.
Chloe Haywood
I am 29 years old and based in Queensland.
My role is Co-Chair. This means I am co-leading DYA with Sam Martin (another co-chair). I am responsible in ensuring DYA is running smoothly.
Erin Davies
I am 24 years old and based in Queensland.
My role is the Secretary. My responsibility is to manage DYA’s communications and the website.
Rhiannon Gonglag
I am 25 years old and based in ACT.
My role is a board member. I assist with ensuring DYA is running smoothly.
Oliad Omar
I am 24 years old and based in Victoria.
My role is a board member. I assist with ensuring DYA is running smoothly.
Heidi Beasley-Ellich
I am 29 years old and based in Victoria.
My role is a board member. I assist with ensuring DYA is running smoothly.