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REVIVING AUSTRALIA'S FIRST LANGUAGES.

  • Published In: Australian Geographic, 2026, n. 191. P. 48 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: DANIELS, SAMUEL; DYASON, ANGUS; REGAN, LAURA; THOMPSON, RUBEN; AVERY, ZOE; MARLEY, ALEXANDRA; WEISS, MAYA; LESLIE-O'NEILL, HENRY; SMITH, RHONDA; HATCHER-LEAHY, WENTA; REED, LAUREN 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the history and current efforts surrounding the revitalization of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander languages in Australia, highlighting a narrative of loss, resilience, and renewal. Before colonization, it is estimated that between 600 and 800 distinct languages were spoken, but today only 14 are learned as first languages, with many others having been suppressed due to colonial policies. Despite this decline, there is a growing movement for language reclamation, supported by community-led initiatives and partnerships with organizations like the Australian Institute of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies (AIATSIS). These efforts aim not only to preserve languages but also to restore cultural identity and promote holistic well-being among Indigenous communities. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Australian Geographic. 2026/03, Issue 191, p48
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Political Science
  • Publication Date:2026
  • ISSN:0816-1658
  • Accession Number:191796600
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