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To support you in embedding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander content and perspectives across all subject areas, the Narragunnawali team has created a suite of tailored resource guides as part of your resource evaluation and curriculum planning. 

The Narragunnawali team had the privilege of talking to Cultural Liaison Officer and RAP Working Group Chair, Mihi Betham, of the Meerilinga Children and Family Centres in Western Australia. 

Even the smallest steps taken on a reconciliation journey, can create a large ripple effect, and bring about positive change. Wilderness School in South Australia did just that by flying the flags for the first time in their school's history.

Two recent dates of national significance that have been widely discussed in the media include 26 January, and the 10th anniversary of the National Apology to the Stolen Generations on 13 February.

Reconciliation Australia announces the winners of the Narragunnawali Awards 2017.

Narragunnawali is excited to share a series of short films that we have produced to accompany the 14 required RAP Actions.

With a large audience to draw upon, media outlets, as well as individuals, through social media, have the power to raise awareness and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, histories and cultures. Use these links to prompt reflective discussion about representation and the media. 

Aboriginal Studies teacher, David Browne talks to us about the importance of "Aboriginal education in both senses – in the widest set of opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students in education as possible, and in bringing the value and relevance of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures into the consciousness of non-Indigenous Australians. "

The development of St John’s Grammar School’s Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) is a powerful example of a movement that has been driven by students in the role as Reconciliation Ambassadors, with valuable input and guidance from knowledgeable and supportive adults in the wider school community.

Throughout the month of July, SBS/NITV premiered a powerful suite of documentary films as part of its You Are Here series. You Are Here captures key moments in time, and explores the invaluable place of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, in shaping Australia’s history right through to the present day.

Reconciliation Australia is excited to have launched its updated Narragunnawali platform! The updated Narragunnawali platform has a range of new resources and features.

Reconciliation Australia is proud to have launched the inaugural Narragunnawali Awards, recognising reconciliation excellence in the education sector.

With new apps, websites, language competitions and programs emerging around the country, the urgency and energy for learning about Australia’s First Languages is clear. This is reflected in increasing media coverage celebrating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander languages and the stories of people learning and supporting the continuation of these languages.

Priscilla Singer and Daisy Henry tell the Narragunnawali team about their work with students at Indulkana Anangu School in the APY lands in South Australia.

My Grandmother’s Lingo is an online resource that uses voice-activated gaming technology to connect users with the story of Angelina Joshua, a passionate and determined young Aboriginal woman from East Arnhem Land’s remote Ngukurr community.