EarthDiverse: Seminar on Word Anatomy, Etymology and Creativity
Let’s Talk About Words: A Translinguistic Seminar on Word Anatomy, Etymology and Creativity
Date: Saturday 12 March 2022, 10:00am-3:00pm
401 Anglesea St, First Floor (above Copier World, side entrance)
If you’re an author, teacher, researcher, creative or simply feel that there is a lot more to words than straightforward messages, then this workshop is for you! Come explore the language mechanisms behind word formation and learn how to express yourself creatively through building your own, exclusive and unique words that anyone will understand. Learn about the fascinating field of etymology; how the seeds of words travel through time and different languages, creating strings of meaning that reveal how we think and see the world.
Available as both an in-person workshop or via Zoom. More on our website...
Changing the conversation around dementia
Reducing stigma starts with the words we use, and shifting the way we talk about dementia is a powerful step forward. This World Alzheimer’s Month, Ryman is highlighting the importance of reducing the discrimination caused by stigma surrounding people living with dementia.
Caroline Bartle, Ryman’s Dementia Care and Innovations Lead, says that using appropriate language when referring to people with Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia can foster a more inclusive society. This not only benefits those experiencing cognitive decline but also their families and the wider community.
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