IY2019: The currency of language

Professor Kim Scott began working on his first novel, True Country, while teaching at a remote Aboriginal community in the Kimberley region of Western Australia.

Since then he has gained widespread critical acclaim for his exploration of identity, race and history and also his interest in finding ways Indigenous peoples can connect their ancient heritage to contemporary life.

He opened this year’s National Library of Australia’s Language Keepers conference speaking about the currency of language.

Find out more:

• Language Keepers | National Library of Australia
• See our 2019 International Year of Indigenous Languages page
• Visit UNESCO’s IY2019 website
• Share your story