ANSTO gains Community Recognition Statement for new Dharawal language resource

The Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation (ANSTO) has been awarded a Community Recognition Statement from the NSW State Parliament for supporting the launch of a new Dharawal language learning resource for preschool and primary-aged students.
Dharawal is the First Nations language spoken in the electorate of Holsworthy.
Awarded by Member for Holsworthy the Hon Melanie Gibbons MP, the Community Recognition Statement is part of the official business of parliament, and the Legislative Hansard record and is available online here.
“I commend ANSTO for creating such an important resource for our local children so they can appreciate our Aboriginal culture and heritage,” said Ms Gibbons.
ANSTO provided funding for the printing of the new resource and a Dharawal counting and colouring book that are contributing to the revival of the Dharawal language, and stocks the resource in its online store.
Dharawal, Words, Phrases and Activities was compiled and edited by Dr Jodi Edwards and illustrated by Merindah Funnell in association with Elder Aunty Barb Simms. ANSTO hosted the launch of the book at the nandin Innovation Centre on the Lucas Heights campus in 2022.
ANSTO’s commitment to the recognition of Aboriginal culture extends to several spheres of activity, and it is captured in ANSTO’s Reconciliation Action Plan (which is currently being updated).
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