Event Overview

On the occasion of International Mother Language Day, the KANGA Educational Foundation shares the official message of Mr. Hama-Hama Saeed, Minister of Culture and Youth, emphasizing the vital importance of preserving the ancient and indigenous languages of Kurdistan.
Key Highlights of the Message:
• The Right to Education: The Minister reaffirms that education in the mother tongue is a legitimate right for every child in Kurdistan, serving as the foundation for a strong cultural identity and personal development.
• Preserving the Hawrami Dialect: Highlighting the global threats facing the ancient Hawrami (Goran) dialect, the Minister urges the Ministry of Education to implement the proposal for teaching at least one subject in this dialect within primary education.
• Media Responsibility: A call to action for Kurdish media outlets, publishing houses, and social media users to actively protect the language and prevent the distortion or marginalization of the mother tongue.
The Minister emphasizes that mother-tongue education poses no threat to linguistic security; rather, it is a profound service to Kurdistan's cultural heritage and intellectual journey.