Celebrating Mother Tongues: Embracing the Importance of Language Preservation

Hello, language guardians and cultural champions of Lede Yoruba!

As we commemorate World Mother Tongue Day, we unite to celebrate the richness of our native languages and discuss the vital role they play in shaping our identities. In our stories, we'll engage in a heartfelt discussion about the importance of speaking and teaching our children our mother tongue, preserving our linguistic heritage for generations to come. For our movie feature, we'll practice speaking Yoruba through a simple conversation between an investigator and her informants, honing our language skills while embracing our cultural roots. Let's honor our mother tongues and strengthen our language bonds on this special occasion!

Learn with Stories and Issues - Celebrating Mother Tongues: Embracing the Importance of Language Preservation

In this session, let's come together to commemorate World Mother Tongue Day and reflect on the significance of preserving our native languages. We'll discuss the cultural, cognitive, and emotional benefits of speaking and teaching our children our mother tongue, emphasizing its role in fostering a sense of belonging and cultural pride. Through shared stories and experiences, we'll reaffirm our commitment to linguistic diversity and cultural heritage.

Learn with Movies - Language Lessons: Yoruba Conversations in Cultural Preservation

In our movie feature, join us as we practice speaking Yoruba through a simple conversation between an investigator and her informants. This scene will provide us with valuable opportunities to hone our language skills while exploring themes of cultural preservation and communication. Let's engage in meaningful dialogue and celebrate the beauty of our mother tongue together.

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This week's schedule is the same as always.

Day	Event	PST	EST	BST/WAT
Mon	Meet and Chat 1	12-1pm	3-4pm	8-9pm
Tue	Stories & Issues 1	11am-12pm	2-3pm	7-8pm
Thu	Learn with Movies 1	10-11am	1-2pm	6-7pm
Fri	Stories & Issues 2	3-4pm	6-7pm	11pm-12am
Sat	Meet and Chat 2	1-2pm	4-5pm	9-10pm
Sun	Learn with Movies 2	1-2pm	4-5pm	9-10pm

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As always, our informal meetup is where we come together to discuss, share, and celebrate the week's language and cultural discoveries. It's a space where we exchange thoughts, experiences, and appreciation for the diverse facets of Yoruba culture.

So there you have it, a heartfelt and language-filled glimpse into the upcoming week at Lede Yoruba! Get ready to celebrate our mother tongues, practice speaking Yoruba, and strengthen our cultural bonds.

Cheers,

Mojisola