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17 November 2021
Yugambeh Aboriginal Dancers performing at a NAIDOC Week event at Griffith University Gold Coast Campus.

Indigenous languages and cultural connection may help lower First Nations young peoples’ suicide

Greater engagement and involvement with cultural events is associated with lower suicide mortality rates for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people in Queensland.

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21 October 2021
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30 October 2019

Griffith languages student in national speech finals

Griffith Japanese language student, Tyalla Williams, travelled to Sydney to compete in the 50th Anniversary of the Australian Japanese Language...

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7 February 2025

Human speech development linked to whale song structure 

Researchers find commonalities between statistical structure in humpback whale song and human language.  

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16 December 2024
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9 December 2024

QCAD alumnus celebrated at Griffith University Art Museum with solo show

Griffith University Art Museum has opened a new exhibition 'Yuriyal Bridgeman: yubilong(mi)bilongyu' showcasing the work of esteemed Queensland College of Art alumnus Yuriyal Bridgeman.

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15 October 2024
Three people prepare for a yarning circle activity

Yarning to save lives

A school-based initiative for First Nations students has shown promising results in reducing suicidal ideation through connection to culture. Piloted...

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14 October 2024
Uluru Statement

One year on, it’s important that Indigenous education rights are advocated for by all despite the Voice result

One year post-referendum, non-Indigenous educators must actively advocate for Indigenous education rights, fostering inclusive practices, amplifying Indigenous voices, and driving systemic change to uphold fundamental human rights and cultural respect.

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8 March 2024
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15 February 2024
digital phonics

Sound strategies for reading

Australian Curriculum English mandates phonics teaching from a child’s foundation year. For best results, reading should entail phonics, comprehension, and critical reading skills which are all developed concurrently. Professor Beryl Exley recommends retaining this balanced approach that delivers positive reading outcomes.

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