Peshawar, Dec 30 – The Anjuman Taraqqi Damiyan Basha in collaboration with the Forum for Language Initiatives (FLI) organized a seminar dedicated to the Dameli language and culture. The highlight of the program was the launch of Push Bati (Bouquet of Flowers), a poetry collection by renowned Dameli poet Muhammad Akram Khaksar, published by FLI. […]
The Executive Board of FLI held its biannual meeting on November 23, 2025, with all six board members and the Executive Director present. Attendees included Fouzia Qazi, Dr. Farhat Abdullah, Razwal Kohistan, and Fazal Karim. The session was chaired by Mr. Rozi Khan Burki, Chairman of the Executive Board. The Board reviewed FLI’s performance over […]
Forum for Language Initiatives (FLI) has announced the publication of the first-ever poetry anthology in the Kalkoti language. The book was unveiled yesterday in a ceremony held in Kalkot village, Upper Dir, attended by over 100 participants including poets, educators, elders, youth, and cultural advocates. Kalkoti, a Dardic language spoken by approximately 15,000 people in […]
The Forum for Language Initiatives (FLI) has just rolled out a major upgrade to its Android keyboards, now supporting 15 indigenous languages of northern Pakistan. This milestone marks a significant leap in digital accessibility and linguistic empowerment. Available Now on Google Play 10 keyboards are already live on the Google Play Store, ready for download. […]
We are honored to announce the launch of a poetry collection by the late Abdul Manan Gawar, a revered voice from the Gawarbati language community. This publication marks a significant step in preserving and celebrating the literary heritage of a language spoken by few but cherished by many. The journey of this book began with […]
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 […]