Jawoyn vs LearningPathways YolŋuBalanda

This resource has been created by the Jawoyn Association Aboriginal Corporation in collaboration with the WCC Language Program and supported through the Australian Government's Indigenous Languages and Arts program. All information will remain the property of the Jawoyn Association on behalf of the Jawoyn people. The Jawoyn dictionary is changing the way people learn language and connect with culture. Jawoyn Association Chair, Lisa Mumbin, says “Our stories and knowledge have been passed down for thousands of years but without our language culture can’t survive, we can’t survive. Our kids and their kids need to know Jawoyn to keep our people and our culture strong and healthy.” Browse the dictionary contents by letter, categories, and images. Search in Jawoyn and English. The app background features Bolung (the Rainbow Serpent) and comes from artwork by Alice Manakalorlo. Alice’s Bolung painting is also the basis of the Jawoyn Association’s logo. Download today and start exploring, learning, and experiencing Jawoyn culture! FEATURES - All new interface to provide a modern iOS experience. - New media player with 'Play All' feature allows users to listen to dictionary app content continuously in order or shuffle mode. - Word of the day widget, displays a new word every day to encourage continual learning. - Explore over 4000 documented Jawoyn words. - Clear and concise studio recordings of correct pronunciations. - Search in Jawoyn or English language. - Traditional welcome and acknowledgement every time the app is opened. - Ideal for all ages and learning levels. SUPPORT & FEEDBACK If you are having any issues or want to help improve the Dictionary App with your feedback, please visit wcclp.com.au or contact us directly at feedback@wcclp.com.au. We are more than happy to answer all your questions and solve any issue, so make sure you contact us before leaving your review. Explore and learn the language and culture of the Jawoyn people anywhere in the world, for free!

Yolŋu or Yolngu are First Nations Australian people from North-East Arnhem Land in the Northern Territory of Australia; Balanda are non-Indigenous people. The LearningPathways YolŋuBalanda app supports Yolŋu to understand Balanda education systems and Balanda to recognise and respect Yolŋu education systems. The app includes four sections: - a dictionary of English terms that Yolŋu wanted explained in Djambarrpuyŋu (a Yolŋu language); - a Yolŋu child’s developmental pathway including ways that family monitor and support children’s development; - explanations of the Australian education pathway (relevant to the Northern Territory) and services for children and families at Galiwin’ku; and - videos to support Balanda to recognise Yolŋu education processes within ceremonial contexts. These resources were co-created through a collaborative research project in the remote Yolŋu community of Galiwin’ku. The project - Dharaŋanamirr dhukarr guŋgayunaraw djamarrkuḻiw' ga gurruṯumirriw marŋgikunharaw ḏälkunharaw gakalwun dhiyakun märrmaw'nha romgun - Understanding pathways to support Yolŋu children and families to achieve strong learning in two systems: A Participatory Action Research Project - was funded by an AIATSIS Research Exchange Grant from 2020-23. Information Sources The information provided in this app that is related to government services is sourced from official government websites and publications, including: https://education.nt.gov.au/ https://www.aedc.gov.au/what-is-the-aedc/about-the-aedc Users can access the original source material through these official government websites for the most current information. Disclaimer: This app is independently developed and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, authorised by, or otherwise officially connected with any government department, agency, or entity. All government-related information is obtained from publicly available official sources.