FLI Launches Poetry Promotion in Two Languages

Islamabad | January 31, 2026
FLI has launched a new project to promote poetry in the Ormuri and Palula languages. The initiative marks another milestone in FLI’s ongoing efforts to strengthen indigenous languages through creative and cultural expression.
The first activity of the project has begun at FLI’s Islamabad office, where a three-day training is underway for individuals directly involved in the program. Two representatives from Ormuri and two from Palula are participating in this training, which is designed to build their skills in both digital and print documentation of poetry. By the end of the program, participants will also be equipped to use social media platforms to share their work and celebrate the richness of their languages and cultures.
Earlier, following thorough discussions, FLI entered into agreements with both target language communities—Ormuri and Palula—leading to the conception of this poetry promotion project. The training aims to empower and equip community members with the necessary resources to implement the initiative effectively.
Both languages are spoken by around 20,000 people each in their respective regions. Palula, spoken in southern Chitral, has long been a literary language within FLI’s focus, while Ormuri, spoken in the Kaniguram area of South Waziristan Upper, has also been a part of FLI’s language development work.
This poetry promotion project is expected to enrich the literary traditions of both languages, strengthen cultural identity, and inspire participation across all age groups within the communities—contributing to the broader goal of language revival and preservation.