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June 15th, 2023
Supporting Language Sovereignty: The First Pillar of Languages 4
If there's one concept central to our work at Languages 4, it's Language Sovereignty. This concept, which might be new to some of our readers, is foundational to our language revitalization and preservation approach.
read more⟶August 10, 23
Stories that Shape Us: Narratives in Indigenous Language Revival
Language isn't just words strung together; it embodies stories, values, and histories that have shaped communities for generations. For Indigenous communities, these narratives are more than just tales; they are intrinsic to their identity and cultural fabric. In the effort to revive Indigenous languages, understanding and integrating these narratives is paramount.
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Past Newsletter Issues
- V.1 - Platform Spotlight
- V.1.5 - Languages 4 Generations
- V.2 - "...Family Storyteller"
- V.3 - What is Scaffolded Immersion
- V4 - Core Values - Languages 4
- V.5 - Mental Health Benefits
- V.6 - Q&A with L4 Founder
- V.7 - Architecture- L4 Project
- V.8 - Echoes of the Past
- V.9 - Reclamation - Communication
- V.9.5 - Special Edition!
- V.10 - Aspire to Fluency
- V.11 - Barriers to Revitalize
- V.12 - What's an Elephant?
May 8, 2023
Languages 4 Generations™ | Cross-generational Communication Must Be a Top Priority
Languages 4™ is proud to introduce Languages 4 Generations™, a new initiative supporting Indigenous language reclamation. This innovative effort aims to help bridge the generational gap and empower communities to reclaim their heritage languages. Cross-generational communication will be a top priority for every project moving forward.
read more⟶August 24th, 2023
🌍Revitalize & Preserve with Languages 4™: Indigenous Language Reclamation
One hurdle consistently emerges in the quest to revitalize Indigenous and endangered languages: a limited pool of proficient speakers for authentic, enriching interaction. This challenge was the seed from which the Languages 4™ platform grew, aiming to nurture genuine communicators in spaces where traditional conversation avenues might be lacking.
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