John Pierce Centre For Deaf Ministry

Community Centre

The John Pierce Centre is a community centre for all Deaf and hearing-impaired people and their families.

Signee-Tots

A playgroup, registered with Playgrouping Victoria, primarily for Deaf parents and their children. Signee-Tots encourages a better understanding of Deaf culture, recognition of Deaf role models, and development of sign language.

Pankina (Aboriginal word meaning ‘Be Happy’)

A social club for senior Deaf people. Pankina meets regularly at JPC and organises day trips and group holidays during the year as well as speakers on various topics.

Wombat Craft Group

A Craft Group for Deaf people, meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday each month at JPC. Members have won places in the Royal Melbourne Show craft competition.