A Poem for World Poetry Day
In celebration of World Poetry Day, our Youth Advisory Panel member Nas has composed a heartfelt poem reflecting his deep connection to his mother language, Urdu. He also shares the …
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Holi – The Festival of Colours
To celebrate Holi, the vibrant and colorful Hindu festival widely celebrated in India and among Indian communities around the world, our Youth Advisory Board member, Mohammad Nas, has written a …
The most influential woman in your life
In celebration of International Women’s Day, Alecx Barredo, a member of our Youth Advisory Panel, shares a heartfelt reflection on the most influential woman in her life. Read Alecx’s piece …
The Afghan community in Australia
The Afghan community in Australia Australia is home to a vibrant and diverse Afghan community. This is reflected in the community’s rich cultural activities, languages and cuisines in Australia. However, …
Celebrating Lantern Festival
Celebrating Lantern Festival This article was written by Chaojie (CJ) Zhou and Huimin (Kristy) Feng, board members of our Youth Advisory Panel. The Lantern Festival is a joyous celebration that marks the end of …
The role of in-language resources in dissemination of health information
Health information is powerful. When it reaches the right people, at the right time and in the right way, it can change lives. However, for multicultural communities, accessing health information can …
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Plain English Translations
WHAT IS PLAIN ENGLISH Plain English is a writing style that readers can easily understand. Plain English combines clear, concise expressions, simple sentence structure and a design that is easy to …
Easy English Translations: Words for all
WHAT IS EASY ENGLISH? Easy English translations are a way of writing that gives information to people who have difficulty reading, writing or understanding words. There are different reasons why …
Community Consultations and Focus Groups
Want to know what your audience thinks? Engaging diverse communities can be challenging but understanding barriers to access underpins inclusive and effective policy. Community consultations and focus groups are effective …
The Unsung Heroes of Language Services
Translators and interpreters are the backbones of our entire organisation. They ensure that everyone has the right to accessible information, communication and support. They can facilitate change and have a …