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Friday, 21 February 2014 00:00
21 February 2014 - Whether English, Dutch, German, Mandarin or Finnish, every language
represents a cultural and linguistic identity, with important consequences for education and
social integration. The International Mother Language Day stresses protection and promotion of mother
languages as keys to global citizenship and authentic mutual understanding. Understanding and
speaking more than one language leads to a greater understanding of the wealth of cultural
interactions in our world.
Recognizing local languages enables more people to make their voices heard and take an
active part in their collective fate.
Languages, with their complex implications for identity, communication, social integration,
education and development, are of strategic importance for people and planet. Yet, due to
globalization processes, they are increasingly under threat, or disappearing altogether.
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Hello! Bonjour! Guten Tag! Päivää!
Friday, 21 February 2014 00:00
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