Auslan Interpreted Zoom Session: Messaging Memes & Emojis

Digital Literacy Support for Over 50s

Topic: Messaging, Memes & Emojis (Auslan Interpreted Session)
Date: 15th June
Time: 10:30 am - 12:30 pm

Join us for our Auslan interpreted digital literacy sessions for over 50’s.

Build your confidence using messaging tools and learn more about memes and emojis and how you can use them to communicate with others! This online event is especially for members of our deaf community and will have Auslan interpreters on screen throughout the Zoom session.

One of our Be Connected Digital Mentors will walk you through topics including:

Popular messaging apps
Connecting with people and sending/receiving messages
What memes are and how to use them
Using emojis effectively

This event will also help you to build your confidence using online tools like Zoom and provide you with access to a wealth of information via the Be Connected website.

All sessions are FREE and a Zoom meeting link will be sent to you via email. Our sessions are open to members of our deaf community over 50 and are held in a casual, welcoming and inclusive environment. Carers and support workers are welcome and you can join us from across the State!

Limited places are available, so get your free ticket via Eventbrite here

We hope you can join us for this wonderful event!

NOTE: We highly recommend using a laptop, desktop computer or tablet device for these sessions. We don't recommend using a smartphone as the screen size does not allow for a good viewing experience.

If you would like more information you can contact us via the details below
Phone: 02 4032 5503
Email: programs@theplacecharlestown.org.au

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