The Mbabaram Language

THE MBABARAM LANGUAGE

Strategy — Determine the current state of the Mbabaram language.

Actions:

• Seek verification of intonation and authenticity

Strategy — Implement an Mbabaram language program.

Actions:

• Prepare books and CD’s of language
• Linguistics workshops for young and old
• Update and modernise tools in education kit
• Re-record CD’s.

Strategy — Increase the use and awareness of the Mbabaram language

Actions:

• Train/increase linguistic knowledge within Mbabaram (train the trainer)
• Protect intellectual property of language and properly archive records
• Promote the use of the Mbabaram language through community awareness and educational campaigns.
• Develop culturally appropriate signage on country.

Mbabaram Traditional Owners are working in collaboration with the Centre’s staff to implement the strategies and actions.

It is crucial that the work done links into the language database component of the Cultural Heritage