Degenerative illness Machado-Joseph disease, which affects speech, is prevalent among First Nations people in northern Australia. Researchers have now created Yolŋu communication systems to help mob.
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A series of four live-streamed concerts from Arnhem Land offers a welcome break from bad news and a way for Indigenous musicians to share their talents with the world.
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Professor and Inaugural Director, Indigenous Knowledge Institute, The University of Melbourne
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Senior Lecturer in Human Geography and Development Studies, University of Newcastle
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Senior Lecturer in Human Geography; Director of the Development Studies and Cultural Change Program, Macquarie University
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Founder and Convener of Aboriginal Cultural Birthing and Parenting NSW; Aboriginal Cultural Healing Educator at Gungarrimaa Aboriginal Corporation; Master of Indigenous Studies Graduate (Southern Cross University) & Currently a Master of Education Student, Deakin University
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Bawaka Cultural Experiences and Honorary Associate of the Department of Environment and Geography, Macquarie University
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