27 December 2001
East Timorese
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With the world's attention firmly on Afghanistan these days, it's all too easy to forget about countries in our own region, which have endured their own struggles, like East Timor. As East Timor heads towards full independence on 20th May, there is still a huge amount of work to be done in rebuilding the country. We speak to three women who have dedicated much of their lives to doing just that, through preserving the local language - Australian Josephite nuns Susan Connolly and Josephine Mitchelll and East Timorese citizen, Louisa Marcus.
Further Information
The Choir Anin Murak has recorded a CD called "Songs of Timor Loro Sa'e" which is available by calling the Mary MacKillop Institute for East Timorese Studies on (02) 9623 2847 or by e-mailing the group at mmiets@nareg.com.au
