Launching the first-ever Mentawai Rereiket dialect to Indonesian language dictionary

Launching the first-ever Mentawai Rereiket dialect to Indonesian language dictionary

by Hoang | Dec 15, 2019 | Impact stories

As 2019 draws to a close, the international year of Indigenous languages, an uplifting and inspiring story emerges. IEF and our Indonesian partner organisation, a team of young, self-driven indigenous Mentawai, are thrilled to announce the successful publication of...
IEF embraces NAIDOC – encourages education equity for all Australians

IEF embraces NAIDOC – encourages education equity for all Australians

by Hoang | Jul 11, 2019 | Impact stories

The Indigenous Education Foundation (IEF) embraces the celebration of the traditional owners of our land and encourages all Australians to celebrate the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. All Australians should be proud...
Ancient Stories for our Future: Documenting the oral traditions of the Mentawai people from the Sarereiket and Sabirut regions of Siberut Island

Ancient Stories for our Future: Documenting the oral traditions of the Mentawai people from the Sarereiket and Sabirut regions of Siberut Island

by Hoang | Jun 29, 2019 | Impact stories

Indigenous people’s storytelling traditions are disappearing, but to sustain a just, equitable and inclusive future we must heed their wisdom. Aman Teu Agoi, Sikerei (shaman) and custodian of Mentawai’s cultural kowledge, shares folklore stories and cultural taboos...
Let the people speak for themselves: how collaboration captures indigenous knowledge and wisdom

Let the people speak for themselves: how collaboration captures indigenous knowledge and wisdom

by Hoang | Jun 2, 2019 | Impact stories

In our dramatically changing world, the recognition and respect of Indigenous identity, knowledge, and their unique relationships with the natural world are the foundations to safeguarding Earth’s diversity. Amid our current global crisis, partnering with Indigenous...
Australia’s Yarn Bark partners with IEF to maximise First Nations program.

Australia’s Yarn Bark partners with IEF to maximise First Nations program.

by Hoang | May 8, 2019 | Impact stories

Indigenous Education Foundation (IEF) is pleased to announce a new partnership with Yarn Bark to promote Indigenous-led cultural education for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Yarn Bark create opportunities for all people living in Australia to...
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