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"[Boundaries are] a lesson in how to navigate the world. Having boundaries at home, in a safe environment where you can be coached on what to do, is an important part of becoming a socially responsible person."

"I am a strong Deaf person, and I am part of the Deaf community. It’s a big part of me; it’s 100 per cent of my life. I’m not confused about who I am. I know where I belong."

"My parents had a lot of similar values even though they’re from different circumstances. Things like conserving nature and not wasting anything. Their experiences have been part of what shaped me as a person."

"Everyone educates differently, and every service is different, but what’s important to me — whether it’s the mum, the nan, or the child — is to be that one supportive person in someone’s life."

"If you have a Deaf child, I think it’s important to learn Auslan, for communication as well as culture. Babies can pick up signs from about 10 months. They can pick up sign language before spoken language and can actually ask for what they want."