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
74 Plunkett Street
Nowra NSW 2541
telephone (02) 4422 0401
We acknowledge the traditional custodians on which Nowra Public School is built and where teaching and learning takes place to continue our journey of sharing culture together. We pay respect to our Elders past, present and to those of the future. We acknowledge spiritual connections to country from our lands, waters and skies across our nation. We respect the knowledge carried forever by Aboriginal custodians of Country. We welcome and acknowledge our community here today.
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