Yellaka Warra – Today’s Word (Kaurna Language) - Educator Upskilling

Program description

This program is for those working on Kaurna Country, led by a Kaurna Elder from Deadly Mob and a Gowrie SA facilitator. 

Yellaka Warra is a language program to learn Kaurna language and its protocols for use.

The program will focus on the following Kaurna content: 

  • Protocols for Kaurna language use 
  • Acknowledgment of Country 
  • Ways to meet and greet others 
  • Learning the colours and body parts 
  • Learning the special occasions in Kaurna 

The program will be offered in a narrative style and will include opportunities for Q&A, role play, practice, homework, and handouts. Learning over multiple sessions and engaging in role play provides the opportunity for development of confidence and practice to ensure implementation. 

Yellaka Warra

How the program is delivered

This program is delivered in-person over 6 x 2-hour sessions.

Expected outcomes for this program are:

• ability to implement strategies for promoting language development

• ability to implement strategies for promoting literacy and/or numeracy development

• understanding of diverse communication  

• ability to support diverse needs through inclusive practices

 

To find out more about Kaurna language: https://www.kaurnawarra.org.au/ 

Cost

This program is delivered for $3,660.

This program is delivered in-person, and travel will be in addition depending on location. 

Contact us: 

train@gowriesa.org.au

08 82345219 (option1)