Join a community language class
Free, intergenerational Gathang classes are held in community spaces across the footprint — designed for all ages and skill levels. New learners welcome.
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Walk with us.
Whether you're a Gathang speaker, a learner, an educator, a partner or a funder — there's a place for you in this work. Here's how to find your way in.
Four ways in
Find your path.
Partner with us
Schools, Aboriginal organisations, councils, universities, health and youth services — we welcome conversations about MOUs, consultancy and collaboration.
Start a conversationBecome a member
Membership is open to dedicated Gathang-speaking community members who share our collective vision. Members shape our work and direction.
Express interestSupport our work
Funding bodies, sponsors and philanthropic partners enable language continuation. Funds for the Language and Culture Centre, mobile van and on-Country learning especially welcomed.
Talk to our CEOVisit us
Come and yarn with us at our Yapun.Yapun office.
AddressUnit 1, 48 High Street
Wauchope NSW 2446
Wauchope NSW 2446
CountryBirrbay Country
Emailadmin@gathang.org.au
FacebookGathangga Wakulda
Instagram@gathangga_wakulda
HoursMon – Fri · by appointment
A note before you visit: please email ahead — staff are often in community delivering classes, mentorship and on-Country programs. We'd love to greet you properly.
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Acknowledgements
Working alongside community, partners and funders.
We acknowledge the NSW Government Department of Regional NSW through the Aboriginal Partnerships Grant Funding for their support, and the many organisations walking with us.
Local Gathang Language GroupsCommunity
Aboriginal Languages TrustFunder · Partner
Muurrbay Aboriginal Language & Culture CooperativePartner
NSW Dept. of Regional NSWFunder
Indigenous Languages and ArtsFunder
Mid Coast CouncilPartner
Local Aboriginal Land CouncilsPartner
Local SchoolsEducation Partner
A few common questions
Yes, please ask.
I'm not Aboriginal — can I learn Gathang?
Some of our community classes are open to allies and respectful learners. We always prioritise mob, Elders, language speakers and emerging teachers — and we ask all learners to come with humility and respect for cultural protocol. Get in touch and tell us about yourself.
Can we use Gathang words for our school, business or council programme?
Use and naming protocols are a key part of our Goal 1 work, and we connect with local governance groups to make decisions together. Please contact us before using Gathang words publicly — we will guide you through the right cultural process.
Where do I find a community language class?
Weekly community-led classes run across the Gathang footprint. The locations rotate based on community demand. Email admin@gathang.org.au with your nearest town and we'll connect you with the closest class.
Are you offering cultural consultancy services yet?
Cultural consultancy is a Year 3 objective (3.1). We are currently scoping language translation, cultural capability development, on-Country workshops and professional development for educators and organisations. Get in touch if you'd like to be on our early waitlist.
How can I support the Language and Culture Centre?
A permanent home for our Centre is our anchor goal for 2032. We welcome conversations with funders, philanthropic partners, and supporters around the world. We're also pursuing freehold land within the footprint — please reach out to our CEO directly.
I want to engage a Welcome to Country for my event. Can you help?
For a Welcome to Country or formal cultural consultation at an event, please contact us with details (date, location, audience, purpose) at least four weeks in advance. We can connect you with the right Elder or community member, depending on the Country.