The document discusses the importance of protecting indigenous languages from becoming extinct and preserving traditional knowledge. It notes that many indigenous languages are in danger of disappearing as younger generations often do not learn the languages of their elders. The document calls for efforts to document indigenous languages, cultures, and knowledge before they are lost to ensure this important cultural heritage is not erased.
The document discusses the importance of protecting indigenous languages from becoming extinct and preserving traditional knowledge. It notes that many indigenous languages are in danger of disappearing as younger generations often do not learn the languages of their elders. The document calls for efforts to document indigenous languages, cultures, and knowledge before they are lost to ensure this important cultural heritage is not erased.
The document discusses the importance of protecting indigenous languages from becoming extinct and preserving traditional knowledge. It notes that many indigenous languages are in danger of disappearing as younger generations often do not learn the languages of their elders. The document calls for efforts to document indigenous languages, cultures, and knowledge before they are lost to ensure this important cultural heritage is not erased.