Gamilaraay & other traditional languages, Aboriginal & Standard Australian Englishes
Channel: ARC Centre of Excellence for the Dynamics of Language
Date: 2021-06-10

The presenter is Craig Duncan Gamilaraay from Moree, NSW

Craig Duncan is a Gamilaraay man who works hard for his language, both in his role as an educator as well as by undertaking further university studies. In this video he shares his pride and passion for his language, Gamilaraay from northwestern NSW, and its importance for cultural identity. He also explains how Aboriginal Englishes mark identity by indicating which area an Aboriginal person comes from. Plus, as an educator, he gives his views of the role of a standard form of English in schools.