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2025 Deaf Youth Science Camp

Deaf Youth Science Camp 2026

We're back for 2026! 


Deaf Youth Science Camp (DYSC) is a fun 4-day immersive science experience for Deaf/hard-of-hearing young people (aged 12-17 years old).

This camp is hosted by Deaf Youth Australia and ANSTO, and funded by a National Science Week grant.

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Held at ANSTO at Lucas Heights, Sydney, the camp is a mix of hands-on science activities, outdoor activities and excursions to nearby science centres. 

Participants will work with Deaf professionals to learn about careers in STEM, develop personal and leadership skills and meet new friends.

Camp Dates

When: Thursday 13 August - Sunday 16 August, 2026

Where: ANSTO Discovery Centre, New Illawarra Rd, Lucas Heights, NSW

Registration fee: $400

Enquiries: Bridget Murphy, Camp Coordinator (bridgetm@ansto.gov.au or 0403 965 403 (voice call, video call, and SMS)

Information session

Online information session

Do you have questions?

Come to our online information session!

We'll explain the format of the camp, who can attend, options for travel to and from the camp, accessibility and how to register. 

When: Thursday 9 April, 7.30pm (Sydney time). Zoom details to come.

Camp information booklet

Not sure if this camp is for you?

Are you Deaf or hard-of-hearing? Are you between 12-17 years old? Then this is for you!

Think science is hard?

Don't worry! This camp isn't like school. We're going to make science hands-on and fun!

Don't know Auslan? Not a confident signer?

We'll have interpreters here to make sure everyone is included.