Word Up

Ray Ingrey is a Dharawal man and chairperson of the Gujaga Foundation.

Based in La Perouse it was created to instil a sense of cultural belonging in the area, and for Ray learning Dharawal language is central to this mission.

Singer-songwriter Royston Sagigi-Baira (also known as Royston Noel) shares some Kala Lagaw Ya and explains why he loves being an uncle.

Stephanie Skinner is a traditional owner of Wadawurrung country and she started learning her language as a kid, before eventually building her conversational skills and becoming a passionate language advocate.

For Word Up this week, Merindi Schreiber shares some Kuku Yalanji, including a phrase that encapsulates what learning means to her.

For Word Up this week, Rulla Kelly-Mansell shares some palawa kani — a constructed language based on various languages spoken around the east of the island.

For Karuna Narangga woman Elaine Magias learning her language wasn't just something she wanted to do, it was something she needed to do.

Maya Johnson is a Wulgurukaba woman, from Magnetic Island.

For Word Up this week she shares the cultural name of the island and explains how it came to be formed.

Juanita Scott-Funaki is a Yuin and Kamilaroi woman who grew on New South Wales' south coast.

This week she shares some Yuin words that remind her of her beloved grandfather. 

Musician Nathan May shares some of his language — Arabana.

Central and Eastern Arrernte man Craig Tilmouth grew up in and around Mparntwe (Alice Springs).

He shares some Arrernte language, including a few phrases likely to be heard around Mparntwe.