We at Forum for Language Initiatives (FLI) are proud to announce the publication of our latest contribution to indigenous literature: The Evergreen Khowar Songs of Chitral, a beautifully curated collection of traditional Khowar songs, now available with rhythmic translations in English and Urdu. Authored by Qazi Inayat Jalil, this book is a testament to the […]
FLI-affiliated author Moulana Fazal Haq Barq, from the Kalkoti language community, has been honored with the prestigious Presidential Award for his literary contribution. His work—a Sirat book written in his mother tongue—was selected for the government’s annual recognition of authors and researchers who contribute to the topic. Mr. Barq has been an active trainee of […]
Peshawar, September 4, 2025 — The Forum for Language Initiatives (FLI) convened a partners’ meeting today in Peshawar, bringing together leaders from 14 Community-Based Organizations (CBOs) across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The one-day gathering served as a platform for reflection, collaboration, and renewed commitment to indigenous language preservation. Over the past six months, these CBOs have been […]
We are glad to announce that Forum for Language Initiatives (FLI) and Mozilla Foundation have signed a MoU to champion Indigenous Language Data Sharing. This Memorandum of Understanding has been signed marking a transformative step in the protection, sharing, and celebration of indigenous language data. This collaboration reflects a commitment to: • Open Technology: Promoting […]
On June 15, 2025, the Damel Valley in Lower Chitral witnessed a historic moment: the first-ever Conference on Dameli Language and Culture. Organized by Anjuman Taraqqi Damyan Basha (ATD) in partnership with the Forum for Language Initiatives (FLI), the event brought together over 130 participants, including language activists, poets, researchers, and community members, to celebrate […]
Dera Ismail Khan, May 13, 2025 – A three-day capacity-building workshop has commenced for 60 government primary school teachers in Dera Ismail Khan, focusing on Saraiki subject teaching. Organized by FLI in collaboration with the Department of Professional Development (DPD), Peshawar, this initiative aims to enhance teachers’ skills in delivering mother tongue-based education. Among the […]
Dera Ismail Khan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa – FLI, in collaboration with the Department of Professional Development (DPD), Peshawar, has launched a Training of Trainers (ToT) initiative to strengthen Saraiki language teaching in government schools. The program, which commenced today, equips eight government school teachers—four female and four male—with the expertise to train an additional 50 educators […]
FLI is proud to announce the release of Torwali Grammar and Typology, authored by Dr. Wayne A. Lunsford. This publication represents the eighth book in the Torwali language published by FLI. The book offers a structured overview of Torwali, a Dardic language spoken by approximately 140,000 people originating from the Swat Valley in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. […]
FLI’s Executive Board convened its annual meeting on April 20, 2024, with all six board members and Executive Director in attendance. The meeting opened with the recitation of the Holly Quran and was presided over by FLI Chairman, Mr. Rozi Khan Burki. The board undertook a detailed review of FLI’s performance over the past year, […]
Professor Henrik Liljegren’s contributions to linguistic preservation in Pakistan have been widely recognized as scholars and language advocates call for him to be honored with Pakistan’s highest civilian award, Tamgha-e-Imtiaz. This demand was voiced by Dr. Kamal, Head of the English Department at Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU), during the closing ceremony of a week-long […]