FLI Partnered with FEL to Organize International Conference on Endangered Languages

The three-day international conference, titled 28th FEL Conference, organized in partnership by the Foundation for Endangered Languages (FEL), and the Forum for Language Initiatives (FLI) in collaboration with the Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU), concluded at its Islamabad campus on September 27, 2024. The main focus of the conference was on the dynamic relationship between language endangerment and the role of oral traditions and expressions in safeguarding them. While it had a universal scope, it specifically aimed to highlight interesting and creative oral traditions and expressions of the indigenous communities of Pakistan and encourage scholarship and accounts of community initiatives for preserving and promoting them. Studies highlighting the oral traditions of indigenous communities from various countries were part of the event.

A total of 46 papers were presented, with one-fourth being online. FLI’s partners from northern Pakistan were not only among the presenters but also participated in sessions.

We will provide a detailed report soon. Here are some visuals to give you a glimpse of the passionately conducted sessions during the conference.