Tag: indigenous
Peru Officially Recognizes 24 Indigenous Languages
The Peruvian Ministry of Education worked with indigenous communities to officially recognize the alphabets of 24 indigenous languages. The measure states; "Thus, these 24...
Indigenous Languages and Digital Activism
Using technology to research and preserve indigenous languages and cultures is a growing trend in various countries. The New South Wales government announced funding for the...
Will You Accept the Indigenous Language Challenge?
In the same vein as the ice-bucket challenge that raised awareness for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a video challenge to raise awareness and fostering...
Congress Considers Indigenous Language Bills
The Linguistic Society of America is working closely with the Committee on Endangered Languages and their Preservation (CELP) to raise awareness within Congress about...
Discovery of Indigenous Language Documentation
A treasure trove of indigenous language documents from across Australia may help in the revitalization of the country's struggling native tongues.
The accounts of early...
Celebrate the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples
2013 Theme: "Indigenous peoples building alliances: Honoring treaties, agreements and other constructive arrangements"
The International Day of the World's Indigenous People (9 August) was first...
