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International Mother Language Day, 21 February 2015

International Mother Language Day, 21 February 2015

IMLD2015.jpgInternational Mother Language Day (IMLD) was proclaimed by the General Conference of UNESCO in 1999 to promote linguistic and cultural diversity and multilingualism. There is growing awareness that languages play a vital role in process of integration into all aspects of public life but particularly in education. It strengthens co-operation and contributes to attaining quality education for all, building inclusive knowledge societies and preserving cultural heritage, and mobilizing political will to apply the benefits of science and technology to sustainable development. Languages are among the most precious, and at the same time the most fragile, treasures of mankind. 

Theme for 2015: Inclusive Education through and with Language - Language Matters   

Using the slogan “Inclusive Education through and with Language: Language Matters”, IMLD 2015 will examine the role of quality language education in ensuring inclusive and equitable society. 

IMLD 2015

  • Message from the Director-General of UNESCO: AR | CH | EN | FR | RU |SP | PJB
  • Infographic: EN 

EDITORIALS FOR IMLD 2015

Cambodia

"Mother Tongue Education Gives Minorities Their Say in Cambodia" - The Cambodia Daily

Indonesia

"Inclusion in and through education: Language counts" - The Jakarta Post

Malaysia

"Inclusion in and through education, why language counts" - The Malaysian Insider 

Myanmar

"Making education inclusive: Why language choice matters"- The Myanmar Times

Thailand

"Mother tongue-based learning key to linguistic success" - The Bangkok Post

U.A.E.

"Learning in your mother tongue first is key to success at school" - The National

CELEBRATIONS