BY INDY MAEALASIA
THE Solomon Islands Translation Advisory Group (SITAG) together with the Solomon Islands National University (SINU) has successfully hosted the International Mother Language Day on Friday, paying homage to the language diversity of the Solomon Islands.
The event kicked off at 10 am with stakeholders displaying literature resources in various local vernaculars, traditional food samples from the remote Tikopia in the eat to the western region, and promotional videos.
Delivering the opening remarks on behalf of the Vice-Chancellor, Pro Vice-Chancellor Corporate Dr. William Parairato emphasized the importance of language.
The theme; Boldly taking our language into the future emphasized that languages are a vital part of identity and culture” Parairato said.
“For many of us, our mother tongue is the most important part of our lives, enabling us to communicate with family, relatives, and our communities. It is an essential part of our daily interactions with people and the environment,” he added.
Parairato also acknowledged the Faculty of Education and Humanities for their partnership with other stakeholders to make the event a successful one.
The event saw the participation of Tozen Leokana, Minister of Education and Human Resources Development (MEHRD), Dr. Franco Rodie, Permanent Secretary, Dr. Michel Kenmogne, Executive Director of SIL Global, SINU staff and students, representatives from the San Isidro Care Centre, MEHRD officials, and the public.
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