Gawai can also be a time for the Dayaks to reflect on their achievements and socio-economic status.
GAWAI Dayak, which falls every June 1, was formally gazetted as a public holiday in the state on Sept 25, 1964. Since then it has become a symbol of unity, aspiration, and hope for the Dayaks.
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