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Painted rocks and stones were
used as money hence the word boya means money. If you had
a good stone it could be used for trade or to purchase goods.
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Workshops »
Cross Cultural Training
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Language
There are 350 language groups in Australia
and 630 dialects.
Nyungar have 15 language groups
including 14 dialects. They are: Amangu, Yuat, Kalamaya, Ballardon,
Wadjuk, Nyaki-Nyaki, Wiilman, Wardandi, Kaniyang, Goreng, Wudjari,
Ngatjumay, Bibbulman, Minang & Mirning.
Each group is recognised by its language or
dialect.
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We conduct regular Cross Cultural Training & Cultural Awareness
Workshops for a range of governmental and non-governmental organisations.
All workshops begin with a traditional
Nyungar Welcome and Smoking
Ceremony.
Issues specific to Aboriginal Groups
in Western Australia are addressed, including:
- History
- Identity
- Culture
- Communication styles
- Protocols for interaction
If you would like to find out more about our
Cross Cultural Training Workshops or book a workshop, please contact
us.
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