Our Work
The MDWg seeks to document, revitalise and maintain the Miriwoong Language and Culture. We use innovative programs to enable Miriwoong people to engage with their Language and share it with the community.
These programs and initiatives include:
- The Miriwoong Language Nest
- Miriwoong Resources and Publications
- Miriwoong Knowledge Cycle
- Cultural Awareness Training
- Cultural Activities and Performances
- Miriwoong Language Classes for the Community
- Language Documentation and Archiving
- Language Consultancy
- Fieldtrips
- Interpretive Signage
- Miriwoong Mobile App
Awards and Recognition
Our work and achievements through these programs are recognised locally and nationally:
- Finalist and Winner – 2019 Curtin University School of Education, Teaching Excellence Award, Western Australian Regional Achievement and Community Awards
- Finalist- 2018 Curtin University Teaching Excellence Award, Western Australian Regional Achievement and Community Awards
- Finalist- 2018 Outstanding Contribution to Improving Outcomes for Aboriginal People, Community Sector Excellence Awards
- Winner- 2017 Outstanding Organisation/Program Contributing to Community Life, East Kimberley Aboriginal Achievement Awards
- National winner – 2015 HESTA Community Sector Organisation of the Year
- Finalist– 2015 East Kimberley Aboriginal Achievement Awards
- Finalist– 2014 WA Regional Achievement and Community Awards
MDWg Supporters and Partners
We acknowledge the generous support of the following funding agencies through which our work is made possible:
We also wish to thank our individual Sponsors and partners. Your charitable donations enable us to expand our efforts to save the Miriwoong language.
If you’d like to be part of our work, read more about how you can Help Save Miriwoong, or make a donation.