Language

Every journalist who’s visited the PKK’s mountain stronghold in recent years knows Zagros Hiwa, reports Karlos Zurutuza.

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At a time when systems and values crumble before us, using language to help craft a new story could be crucial, writes Lucy Purdy.

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The neglect of our mother tongues is holding us back, says Apioth Mayom Apioth.

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Jill Jones explains why signing is particularly vulnerable to dying out – and why this basic human right must be protected.

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A graphic guide to the world’s many tongues.

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Jo Lateu explains why the world’s minority languages matter for all of us - and why we should be fighting for their survival.

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In the Adelaide plains, one Aboriginal language is enjoying an unlikely revival, explains Katrina Power.

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Yiddish has a reputation for being intrinsically funny – but, says Alex Hacillo, there are better reasons for ensuring it doesn’t die out.

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On International Mother Tongue Day, Jo Lateu explains why our 7,000-plus global languages must be valued and protected. 

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The linguistic and religious legacy of the French lives on 200 years after independence, writes Sokari Ekine.

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Global squattertalk.

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