Since its formation in the 1940s, BHAWA has taken pride in its strong volunteer base and its work to improve conditions for the hearing impaired. This is reflected in our Corporate Values. Our Board of Management consists solely of dedicated volunteers, who can all be contacted through our office.

The History of our organisation reflects not only the changing needs of the hearing impaired over the last fifty-odd years, but also encompasses the unique challenges faced by organisations in geographical isolation.

Better Hearing Australia's Corporate Values
Purpose
Better Hearing Australia's purpose is to help Australians with hearing impairment to live well.

Mission
Better Hearing Australia is the national voice of all Australians with hearing impairment, promoting good communication and life solutions by the provision of education, support and advocacy.

Strategy

• To equip the person with hearing impairment with necessary information and skills to permit successful management of their social, educational and occupational environment.
• To raise community awareness concerning issues of importance for people with hearing impairment.
• 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.
• To submit briefs and make representations to any private or governmental organisation to ensure the specific needs of people with hearing impairment are met.
• To identify any discrimination with regard to hearing impairment in the workplace and seek to enforce compliance with the requirements of any anti-discrimination legislation.