Angola Advocates Inclusive Language Policies to Preserve Cultural Diversity

Angola’s Huíla Education Office is emphasizing the need for inclusive language policies to protect and promote cultural diversity in the country. Speaking at the provincial ceremony for International Mother Language Day, the director of the Huíla Education Office, Paula Joaquim, underscored the importance of valuing all local languages to ensure the preservation of Angola’s rich cultural heritage.

Joaquim highlighted that inclusive language policies foster social equity by allowing diverse linguistic communities to express themselves freely. She warned that when a single language dominates, non-speakers often face barriers in communication, leading to marginalization. By promoting mother tongues, Angola can strengthen its ethnic identities and create a more inclusive society.