Tips for keeping the Filipino language, culture, and traditions alive for children growing up in Australia

Key Points

• Emily Kay Camongol is a parent and founder of Word Fiesta Filipino, aiming to promote and preserve the language, culture, and traditions of Filipinos in Australia.
• The exposure of children to language, culture, and traditions should start within the home. Encourage and refrain from ridiculing the mistakes of children, such as language pronunciation.
• Cooking Filipino dishes at home is essential, and most importantly, being a good example of good behavior, using 'po at opo o mano po'.