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Emma Memma. Woman with red curly hair posing with two animal-shaped cardboard props containing photo inserts of children
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Emma Memma visits WA kids before Telethon fundraiser

Emma Memma visited children with hearing loss at Teach, Speak, Hear, a Telethon beneficiary, two weeks before the fundraiser.

Emma Memma came early to Perth and visited Teach, Speak, Hear, a Telethon beneficiary. Five-year-old Imogen Duffy, who wears hearing aids, met her hero Emma Memma.

Imogen said Emma makes her feel 'happy, brave, kind, smart, and loved'. Emma is bringing her biggest team for the October 17-18 Telethon weekend.

The team includes more dancers who also sign. Emma's style uses Auslan and includes everyone.

This helps kids like Imogen feel seen and supported. Parents say their kids gain confidence.

They see mainstream entertainment that includes deaf and hard-of-hearing children. The visit shows what's coming.

Two days of fundraising will raise millions for vulnerable children across WA.

5 years old
Imogen's age
October 17-18
Telethon dates
Third year
Years performing at Telethon

Why it mattersChildren with hearing loss see themselves in mainstream entertainment. This builds their confidence and sense of belonging.

AustraliaAhead of WA's biggest annual fundraiser, inclusive entertainment is helping deaf and hard-of-hearing kids in Perth feel part of the community.

✓ Claims checked against the source and corrected before publish. checked 1 h ago

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