A look into the world of Deaf people, in particular a glimpse into Deaf education at the time. There are interviews with Deaf educators and time spent with children in classrooms having regular lessons as well as speech therapy. The piece, captioned by SignDNA, also touches on new technology at the time at how it improves the lives of Deaf people, with Daniel Beech demonstrating the use of a TTY.
Note: Captions organised by SignDNA.
| Donated by | St Dominic’s Catholic Deaf Centre |
| Reference number | SDC29-01-TV78 |
1983
Bruce McHattie from Auckland Deaf Society participates in the 1983 Telethon in Auckland, aimed at fundraising for a specific cause. Deaf people could be involved too, and make donations by calling a specific number via their TTY and state their donation.
1998
An ‘Inside Out’ interview with Hilary McCormack where she talks about the advent of NZSL in Deaf education, advocacy and changing technology in the New Zealand Deaf community.
2003
Kathleen French was often called the ‘Auckland Deaf Grandmother’ due to her long and pioneering life in the Auckland Deaf Community. In this video Kathleen talks about her colourful life and talks us through some photos at the end.
2002
Patreena Bryan (also known as Pat, with her sign name being TAP – a play on her name) is filmed at AUT talking to NZSL interpreting students. Married with two sons, Patreena talks about her schooling days at Titirangi and her involvement with the Deaf community.
1980
