1. Develop a state policy/framework for Indigenous Languages which recognises the role and importance of community based language programs.
2 Develop and support the use of protocols for language use and research.
3. Develop and maintain an effective communication network for language communities
4. Examine government policies and practices relating to Indigenous Languages
5. Advocate /Speak for Queensland languages locally, nationally and internationally.
6. Work cooperatively with other state and national organisations and committees
7. Provide support to community language groups, community organisations and individuals involved in language reclamation and
preservation.
8. Support ongoing research, strategic planning and resource development.
9. Support training and accreditation for community language teachers and language workers.
Call for Expressions of Interest to represent mainland Torres Strait Islander languages and community groups on the Queensland Indigenous Languages Advisory Committee.
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Minyahgu and welcome to the Queensland Indigenous Languages Advisory Committee website.
This site has been made available to share information about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Language programs in Queensland, while also having a look at relevant news from interstate and overseas. Please feel free to use the links on the blogsite to make your own contribution and lets see how it grows.
The title Banma Kiya means “Talk”. Banma, from a North Queensland language – Warrgamay, and Kiya, from a southern Queensland language – Yugambeh. We’d love to have your word for banma or kiya as well. Look forward to hearing from you.
Faith Baisden
Coordinator
Queensland Indigenous Languages Advisory Committee