Welcome to
The DLD Project
Creating a world where people with Developmental Language Disorder (DLD), a hidden but common disability, are recognised, understood and empowered to live their best life.
Developmental
Language Disorder
(DLD)
1 in 14 Australians have a hidden but common condition (disability) called Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) and they feel invisible. That’s the equivalent of two children in the average classroom.
This condition was previously identified by many labels, including, Specific Language Impairment, Language Disorder, Language Impairment and Language Learning Impairment.
DLD in the australian media
Grow your skills to create a more dld inclusive world
Our expert trainers have decades of experience working directly with people with DLD. The DLD Project training modules are evidence-based and practical to ensure you can apply your learnings in various settings. We provide pre-recorded online courses, in addition, to live interactive workshops that you can access online or in person. See our latest training opportunities below.
ON DEMAND DLD TRAINING
The 2023 International Developmental Language Disorder Research Conference
SHORT COURSES WITH SPECIAL GUESTS
CORE DLD FOCUSED COURSES
WHAT IS LANGUAGE + WHAT IS DLD
2022 INTERNATIONAL DLD RESEARCH CONFERENCE (IDLDRC)
New! IDLDRC Keynote Series
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Developmental Language Disorder Awareness Day #DLDday
Friday 18th of October 2024
What have you got planned for DLD Awareness Day 2024? The DLD Project Co-Founders are both members of the Raising Awareness of Language Disorder (RADLD) International Committee and are very passionate about raising awareness of DLD globally. We can’t do it alone and need your help!
THE TALKING DLD PODCAST
Are you looking for the most up to date information on DLD from qualified experts? Interested in hearing from families who have worked through a DLD diagnosis and gone on to see their child succeed? Well, you’ve come to the right place! The Talking DLD Podcast features special guests from qualified Developmental Language Disorder experts to incredible families who open their hearts and share their journey with us. You can listen online to our podcast 24/7 from anywhere in the world. See our latest episodes below.
Blog
Looking for the latest DLD news? The DLD Project Blog is the best place to find the latest updates on all things Developmental Language Disorder including discussions on recent research findings, walk-throughs of our new resources and informative articles to share with your networks to build awareness.
Delivering a diagnosis of DLD using the SPICES Framework
DLD and Comprehension | How to Assess this Hidden but Vital Skill
Young women to watch – International Women’s Day 2022!
DLD and Mental health, what are the issues?
Inferences | The invisible armour that safeguards our children from lifelong challenges in communication, reading and school.
How was your day? | Tips for Asking About Your Child’s Day at School
VLOG
Keep up to date on what’s happening in the DLD space globally by checking in regularly to see our latest VLOG’s.
Increasing Research into DLD with E-DLD
In this VLOG we talk with Michelle St Clair from Engage with Developmental Language Disorder (E-DLD) about their initiative to increase research into DLD and make research findings more accessible to people with DLD and their families.
Intervention Dosage for Children with DLD
In this VLOG we speak with Dr. Pauline Frizelle from the University College Cork, Ireland, and Oxford University to discuss her important research into this topic. The findings might surprise you!
Rich Vocabulary Instruction for Children With DLD
Join The DLD Project as we speak with Dr. Karla McGregor about her research into the challenges of rich vocabulary instruction for children with DLD.
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