Promoting Positive Indigenous Stories on Social Media

By Emma Crameri Emma Crameri has been verified by Muck Rack's editorial team
on 3 October 2019

The United Nations has declared this year the International Year of Indigenous Languages (IY2019) to raise awareness of the crucial role languages play.

Yet, here in Australia, only about 120 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander languages are still spoken from an estimated original 250 languages. Of these, approximately 90 per cent are considered endangered.

By promoting and celebrating local communities’ stories in print and email newsletters, on the website and on social media we can keep words alive. There’s an important need to focus on positive news and showcase success stories. Don’t forget to use imagery that is culturally diverse (and includes sensitive statements where appropriate).

aboriginals, indigenous Australians

Important Dates for Indigenous People

Here is has a handy calendar of events for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Don’t forget to add any days that might have local significance. You might like to create content for your social media on the following days in 2020:

With 3% of the Australian population identifying as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, let’s celebrate and embrace this valuable part of the country that we share.

Video credit: Dingo Media

*Dates may slightly change from year to year.

Uluru, aboriginal

Image Credit: Photo by Jason H on Unsplash

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