25 Oct 2023
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25 Oct 2023
This week, schools across New South Wales are celebrating the very first NSW Aboriginal Languages Week. The theme is "Languages Alive, Culture Thrives," and recognises the important role of Aboriginal community organisations and groups in preserving indigenous languages.
You can take part in virtual events like language lessons in Wiradjuri, Dunghutti, and Gumbaynggirr and enjoy a Yinabildanhi fishing story in Gamilaraay. Younger kids can also learn Aboriginal languages with Ninganah No More.
This week is also notable because it marks the Aboriginal Languages Act 2017 becoming a law. It's a great opportunity to connect with and honour local Aboriginal community groups and organisations dedicated to revitalising their languages.
To learn more about local community events, contact your local Aboriginal Education Consultative Group committee and visit Aboriginal Language Trust.
address
Bendooley Street
Bowral NSW 2576
telephone 02 4861 1086
I acknowledge the Gundungurra People as the Traditional Owners, of the lands, waterways and skies. Gundungurra Country spans from the upper blue mountains, through the Burragorang Valley to Goulburn. It’s a land of many trees, wide waterfalls and towering mountains. We are here today on Gundungurra lands to Ngununggula– to walk and work together. As we swim in the rivers, walk through the forests, grow, play and learn with our friends, we promise to move with care, honouring the Gundungurra Ancestors and Elders who’ve always been here.
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