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
117-131 Metella Road
Toongabbie NSW 2146
telephone 02 9636 1922
Metella Road Public School stands proudly on Darug land. A meeting place by the waters that always was and will always be traditional Aboriginal land. Thank you to the Elders past, present and emerging for caring for Country and allowing us to unite together on this land where we work, learn and play. We promise to care for Country, sky, plants and each other. We cherish the lizards, cockatoos and rainbow lorikeets, and will care for the gum trees so they can spread their branches to protect the land for future generations. Together we acknowledge and respect the deep spiritual connection and valuable history of this land and know that where we learn is a sacred place.
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