Queensland Kindergartens encouraged to apply for Indigenous Language grants
Up to $15,000 in grants are available for Queensland community organisations, including Queensland Government-approved kindergarten program providers, in support of the International Year of Indigenous Languages, the Queensland Department of Education have announced.
The Queensland Government’s Indigenous Languages Grants program encourages and supports the preservation of Aboriginal languages and Torres Strait Islander languages, and “reaffirms Queensland as a state with strong cultural values, diversity and heritage.”
Supporting people to preserve, speak and engage in society through their language of choice is “a critical part of providing equal access to opportunities, inclusion and supporting rich, cultural diversity in Queensland and globally.” a spokesperson said.
Organisations based in Queensland, including Government-approved kindergarten program providers and school parent associations can apply for a grant to:
- deliver Indigenous-led language initiatives or activities that are co-designed between Indigenous and non-Indigenous organisations
- develop Indigenous language resources, including digital technology, in an accessible and culturally sensitive manner
- facilitate activities that capture and preserve Indigenous languages
- promote participation in teaching and learning of Indigenous languages
- support the development and promotion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural heritage and knowledge through language-focused initiatives.
Grant applications close Friday 31 May 2019. Grants of up to $15,000 can be applied for here.
Latest in
Leadership
FairWork Commission releases employer guide to family and domestic violence
The FairWork Commission have released a guide for employers, designed to support them to understand their responsibilities towards employees who are experiencing family and domestic violence.
by Freya Lucas
Leadership
Workforce
Small business unfairly hampered by fair dismissal code, Ombudsman says
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman (ASBFEO) Kate Carnell has handed down a comprehensive review of the Small Business Fair Dismissal Code, recommending a suite of changes to help small business employers, including those catering to the early childhood education and care (ECEC) sector, meet their obligations.
by Freya Lucas
Leadership
Workforce
Choosing between two high quality candidates – a recruitment dilemma
In some parts of the country, early childhood education and care (ECEC) recruitment is highly competitive, with far more positions than applicants. In other areas, or for certain roles, employers may have the luxury of choice, finding themselves in the enviable position of having two equally qualified, equally suitable applicants for a role. As an employer, what are some of the best ways to ensure the best applicant is chosen to move forward?
by Freya Lucas
Providers
Leadership
YMCA Victoria welcomes new CEO – Carolyn Morris – following global search
YMCA Victoria, which maintains a presence in the Victorian early childhood education and care (ECEC) space, operating both long day care and outside school hours care programs, has announced the appointment of a new CEO, Ms Carolyn Morris.
by Freya Lucas
Leadership
How to Turn Your Employees into Leaders
You can have a lot of good employees, but they can’t turn into great leaders on their own. If there’s a talent it needs to be nurtured, which requires a deliberate effort from those at the top. Of course, your employees need to show willingness and ambition, but they can’t reach leadership without guidance and direction. Employee development is the responsibility of the employer as much as it is of the employees, so we’re about to show you how to groom yours for future leadership roles.
by Bethany Seton
