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Zawya
03-07-2025
- General
- Zawya
Eritrea: Activities to Share Experiences of Successful Youth
The Eritrean community in Sweden organized a program in Stockholm aimed at transferring the experiences of successful Eritrean youth. The program, conducted by the Eritrean community in Husby-Kista-Akalla under the theme 'From Asmara to Husby,' sought to showcase the efforts and achievements of Eritrean youth in education, nationalism, and the preservation of their culture and identity. Mr. Yonas Tesfay noted that, thanks to the relentless efforts of the Eritrean communities, many youths have succeeded in various professions—including research, medicine, engineering, computer technology, banking, sports, politics, and the arts. He added that efforts will continue to expand similar initiatives to all Eritrean communities. During the event, several professionals shared their experiences, including Dr. Haben Mogos: Ms. Sabela Temesgen, innovation and investment expert; Ms. Simona Abraham, television production expert; Mr. Simon Mateos, artist; Mr. Paulos Yohannes, athlete; Mr. Tedros Goitom, film editing expert; and Mr. Dejen Meles. Founding members of the Husby-Kista-Akalla community, Mr. Gebrehiwet Abraham and Priest Ezra Gebremedhin also provided briefings on the establishment of the community, the stages it has passed through, and the benefits of communal gatherings in fostering nationalism. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Ministry of Information, Eritrea.
Yahoo
01-07-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Gwich'in language symposium was 'good medicine,' says organizer
A five-day symposium on the Gwich'in language wrapped up this past Friday in the N.W.T. Participants stayed at the newly renovated Gwich'in Wellness Camp located south of Inuvik. The gathering was hosted by the Gwich'in Council International (GCI), an eight-person board of volunteers who represent the N.W.T., Yukon and Alaska communities. The week was one of storytelling, sharing knowledge, and traditional activities like fish cutting and fiddling. Sharla Greenland, one of the directors on the GCI, said the event was a success from the board's perspective and from her own as well. "In the closing circle I talked about what good medicine this has been," said Greenland. She said that her mother passed away two years ago, and was a fluent Gwich'in speaker. "It's just really great to hear it so much. I don't hear it as much as I have, so on a personal level that was so great," she said. The board was able to record video of some of the participants who came from Alaska and Yukon to share stories in their languages They also interviewed them about the culture and language. "They are passionate about this ... It lit that fire in me to learn," she said. Participants drafted recommendations for the GCI to implement to help sustain the language. Greenland said the report will be presented to the board soon. "The main one is we would like a nationwide working group to be created to host these types of events, as well as resource sharing and best practices, which will amplify our language across our nation," said Greenland. Greenland said the path to reclaiming Indigenous languages starts at home. "Reach out to your elders in your home community," she said. The week's discussions focused on shared experiences, and updating each other on happenings in the communities with lessons and activities. "We were able to have a lot of discussions about how can we move this type of work forward," said Greenland.
CTV News
30-06-2025
- Health
- CTV News
CTV National News: Speaking traditional language improves health in Indigenous community, study says
CTV National News: Speaking traditional language improves health in Indigenous community, study says Community members are passing on traditional Indigenous language and names to continue cultural connection. CTV News' Allison Bamford reports.
The Independent
21-06-2025
- Politics
- The Independent
Greenlanders celebrate national holiday under 24 hours of sunlight
Greenlanders celebrated their National Day on Saturday, marking the summer solstice with festivities under 24 hours of sunlight. The celebrations included traditional activities such as marches with national flags, songs, dances, and a cannon salute. A key event was the annual seal hunting competition, with the catch distributed to nursing homes and other parts used for clothing. The national Holiday, declared in 1985 following a 1979 home rule referendum, is a day of unity and cultural preservation for the island's 56,000 inhabitants. Despite past political interest from Donald Trump regarding the island, locals focused on enjoying the festivities and community spirit.
CTV News
05-06-2025
- General
- CTV News
Sophie McDougall, Sask. Métis language keeper, to appear on Canada Post stamps
WATCH: A Saskatchewan woman who worked to preserve and celebrate the Métis culture is being honoured by getting her likeness on a stamp.
