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Celebrating Wanthiwa: A Milestone in Cultural Preservation

Wanthiwa App Wins Merit Award at TechDiversity Awards 2024: Celebrating Innovative Cultural Preservation Through Interactive Technology

  • 29 July 2024
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Wanthiwa App Shines at TechDiversity Awards: A Triumph in Cultural Preservation and Technological Innovation

We were delighted to learn that the Wanthiwa app has been recognised with a Merit Award in the Tech for Good category at the TechDiversity Awards 2024. This innovative project, a collaboration between Juluwarlu Group Aboriginal Corporation, the Yindjibarndi community, and Brains Digital Agency, has been lauded for its role in preserving and sharing Yindjibarndi culture and language. Grade is proud of our contribution to the app's technical development, showcasing the powerful Yindjibarndi creation story.

Snapshot of the Wanthiwa app showing interactive features and illustrated animations that showcase Yindjibarndi culture and language. The app is recognised with a TechDiversity Merit Award for its role in cultural preservation

Honouring Cultural Heritage Through Technology

The TechDiversity award highlights the Wanthiwa app's success in making Yindjibarndi language and culture more accessible through interactive technology. The app features beautifully illustrated animations, detailed voiceovers, and engaging interactive elements, all designed to enhance the user experience and promote cultural education. This project exemplifies how technology can be harnessed to support and sustain cultural heritage.

A Collaborative Effort with Impact

The Wanthiwa app stands out for its effective blend of technology and cultural storytelling. The project has been driven by Brains Digital Agency in collaboration with the Yindjibarndi community and Juluwarlu Group Aboriginal Corporation's commitment to preserving Yindjibarndi heritage and supported by Grade's expertise in app development.

Looking Ahead

Grade is excited to continue supporting initiatives supporting cultural preservation and education through digital innovation through our ongoing partnership with Brains.

To learn more about the Wanthiwa app and its impact, visit the profile now up over the at TechDiversity Awards website.