23/09/2026
π€ International Day of Sign Language ππ
Today we celebrate the power of sign language β a rich, expressive form of communication that connects people across cultures and communities.
In Melbourneβs iconic Rainbow Alley, artist Gonketa has created a striking mural that places hands at the centre of communication. As Gonketa beautifully shared:
βMany people donβt realise how often they are already using their hands to communicate in day-to-day life.
I want passers-by to look at the hands on my mural, and look at their own, and be inspired to learn to sign.β https://loom.ly/RfUrpCM
Hands tell stories, express emotion, and build connection β with or without words. Today is a reminder that learning even a little sign language can make a big difference in creating a more inclusive world.
Letβs celebrate, learn, and keep the conversation going β one sign at a time π€