Language Matters: Indigenous Voices Series - Why Language Matters in the Heart of the Yucatán

Join us for the latest episode of "Language Matters: Indigenous Voices Series," where we delve into the profound significance of language in sustaining the heartbeat of Yucatec Maya identity in today's digital era with Yazmín Novelo Montejo.

Yazmín, a sociolinguist and language activist from the Yucatec Maya community in Mexico, shares her insights on the significance of indigenous languages for their communities. A mentor at the Endangered Languages Project, she talks about language as a cornerstone of identity and shows the inseparable link between language and culture: a language in danger of disuse is a community under threat.

Explore the profound impact of language on cultural preservation, and the collective consciousness and identity of a community determined to thrive in the digital era. Discover the vital importance of linguistic diversity in enriching our global tapestry, and how the Yucatec Maya are navigating the challenges of globalization to safeguard their linguistic and cultural legacy.

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