DEAFBLIND WEST AUSTRALIANS INC
DEAFBLIND WEST AUSTRALIANS INC (DBWA) is a nonprofit organisation supporting individuals with deafblindness in Western Australia. Established with the mission to ensure meaningful and fulfilling lives for its members, the group focuses on social inclusion, advocacy, and accessible education[1][3].

Mission and Objectives
DBWA's primary mission is to empower individuals with dual sensory loss by facilitating social interaction, community engagement, and access to specialized resources[3]. Key objectives include:

• Social activities: Organising events to connect members with shared lived experiences, fostering peer support[2][4].
• Community participation: Assisting members in accessing activities that would otherwise be challenging without tailored assistance[3].
• Education and information: Disseminating updates on medical research, assistive technologies, and relevant support services[3].
• Advocacy: Promoting awareness of deafblind-specific needs in broader societal and policy contexts[3].

History
The organisation traces its roots to collaborative efforts with Senses Australia, including the inaugural 2012 Deafblind Camp attended by 33 participants and over 80 volunteers[3]. This event became a biannual initiative, with the 2021 iteration accommodating 150 attendees amid pandemic-related delays[3]. DBWA continues to advocate for expanded opportunities for deafblind individuals across Australia[3].

Affiliation
While DBWA operates independently, it aligns with national bodies such as Deafblind Australia, which advocates for systemic improvements in services and supports for the deafblind community[5].

[1] https://dbwa.org.au [2] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/af3c6cf7-1a09-ea11-a811-000d3ad1cd99 [3] https://dbwa.org.au/about-dbwa/ [4] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/af3c6cf7-1a09-ea11-a811-000d3ad1cd99/documents/8265cc77-d576-ed11-81ac-002248933d22 [5] https://www.deafblind.org.au