Emphasize improvement of mother language

 

A NY countries use a mother language as a common communication in different communities. Such a mother language is the backbone of relevant countries in initiating the daily smooth process of office work and intangible access for community members in public relations. It can be seen that the important role of the mother language contributes to the functionalities of all work processes at all times.

Languages play a vital role in education and sustainable development, facilitating knowledge transfer and cultural preservation. With around 8,324 languages worldwide, many face extinction due to globalization. Supporting mother tongue education enhances learning, as students grasp concepts better in familiar languages, improving engagement and critical thinking.

The 25th anniversary of International Mother Language Day highlights efforts to protect linguistic diversity, with the 2025 theme celebrating this milestone. Recognized by UNESCO and the UN, this day reinforces the link between languages, inclusion, and the Sustainable Development Goals. Promoting multilingual education helps preserve minority languages and ensures equitable learning opportunities for all.

Multilingual education not only promotes inclusive societies but also aids in preserving non-dominant, minority, and indigenous languages. It is a cornerstone for achieving equitable access to education and lifelong learning opportunities for all individuals. Mother language must be common use and accessible to people from different communities. If so, all communities can build trust and understanding based on the mother language.

Mother languages can only be preserved if they are valued and actively maintained. Around 43 per cent of languages spoken worldwide are at risk of disappearing. Behind every language, there are rich cultural traditions and the identities of the people who speak them. Mother tongues are essential for the overall development of children. Children who understand and speak their mother language benefit in their learning process, gain a deeper understanding of their culture and find it easier to learn new languages.

Actually, every language is valuable and deserves to be respected. It is not enough for individuals to simply appreciate and speak both their mother tongue and other languages. Leaders and policymakers must also recognize the value of languages and ensure that not only children who speak dominant languages but also those whose mother tongues are not widely spoken are considered. By doing so, a nation can truly demonstrate respect for all the mother languages spoken within its borders. Hence, everybody should seek precious opportunities for their sake as well as for their nations.

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