Role of Youths in Revitalizing Endangered Language
Session Language: English
Type: Panel Discussion (1 hour and 30 minutes)
Description:
This session aims to discuss and proffer ideas through which endangered languages could be reawakened/revived for the protection of our linguistic diversity and preservative strategies.
It focuses on community involvement with emphasis on the important role of native speakers in reviving languages. This will empower communities to take charge of preserving their language heritage.
Encouraging the inclusion of language programs in schools will ensure that these languages get taught and passed on to future generations.
Furthermore, it will take into consideration the exploration of technology by the youth and the pivotal role of governmental support and important policies.
Moderator: Lucy Chinyeaka Iwuala
Panelists:
Franca Umasoye Igwe:
Aremu Anuoluwapo
Greatman Badom
Levi Kambai Timothy (Kambai Akau)
Time slot: February 24th at 12pm WAT/11AM GMT TO 12:30PM GMT
Register in advance for this webinar:
https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_V1tptawFR4y9p-Dz8vfIdQ