Much like our spoken language, Australia's sign language Auslan has colonial roots. Now the Indigenous community has come up with a sign that acknowledges our nation's Indigenous history. | ABC The Drum

Hey, did you know it's Auslan Day? 🥳 The first Auslan (Australian Sign Language) dictionary was published on April 13 1989. Today, April 13 is a celebration of Auslan and recognising the culture and history of the Deaf community. Lauren, St John WA paramedic, is learning Auslan and took the opportunity to share a message to celebrate Auslan Day and our partnership with Convo Australia - an Auslan video interpreting service we're proud to have available for Deaf patients and their families. | St

Auslan Day celebrates the rich history, culture, community and language of the Australian Deaf community by honouring the date of first publication of the Auslan dictionary. Watch to see our Deaf staff and students sign a message to celebrate Auslan Day on 13 April. | Queensland Department of Education