Dyslexia Victoria Support (DVS) was founded in May 2014 by a group of parents, teachers, specialist tutors, allied health professionals, and friends—brought together by a shared concern about the lack of support and understanding for children with dyslexia and related literacy difficulties.

What began as a parent-led effort has grown into a trusted and far-reaching network, driven by families and carers with lived experience and a collective determination to change the system for the better.​​

Over time, DVS has become a leading voice for families across Victoria. Our advocacy is grounded in evidence-based practice, and we promote structured, explicit literacy instruction in schools. We support families by sharing accessible information, building community, and pushing for widespread improvements in how reading, writing, and spelling are taught.

DVS is active across social media and engaged in both education and government spaces. Our work is recognised nationally and internationally. Today, we are proud to be Australia’s largest state-based, parent-led advocacy and support group for dyslexia.
 
At the heart of everything we do is a simple goal: to help children access the education they deserve—and to make sure no parent has to face this journey alone.​​​​