Young-Joo is a Facilitator and Mentor.
 
She is passionate about disability access, with a particular interest in access for Deaf people. Recently, she’s expanded her interest to also include working with deaf-blind peers.
 
Young-Joo would like everyone to have the same level of access to information and communication, and to raise the awareness of Auslan (i.e. Australian Sign Language).
 
Young-Joo lives with two hearing aids to assist her in listening and lip-reading. She enjoys listening to music and sounds around her using easyTek (hearing support via Bluetooth).
 
Young-Joo enjoys bringing confidence and sharing knowledge to peers and communicating at an equal level. DDAlliance provides Young-Joo with a safe and comfortable space to share her experiences with peers and allies.
 
Young-Joo is currently involved in many community areas; with acting being one of her specialties. Currently, she is participating in a drama/film created by and about the Korean immigrant community, magnifying little and big problems, and fun stories that happen in life.
 
She also does Auslan mentoring with parents with Deaf children and families that require support.