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NGANYINYTJA

late 1920s —

Aboriginal or Torrest Stait Islander:  Yes 

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Additional Information

Special Achievements

  • 1993 - Made a Member of the Order of Australia.

Additional Information

  • 5 February 1980 - She chaired the first modern political women's meeting on Anangu Pitjantjatjara Lands.

Resources

References

  • She bridged culture gap:  Trail blazer Nganyinytja.  Centralian Advocate.  April 13, 2007:22.
  • Aboriginal leader plays pivotal role.  Advertiser.  May 19, 2007:p. unknown.
  • Carter, Marie.  (1991, June).  Nganyinytja:  Teaching the circle of life.  ITA, 72-77.

Link - Living bridge between cultures

The Sydney Morning Herald

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