Embracing Diversity: Celebrating International Mother Language Day

International Mother Language Day

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The Historical Backdrop

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UNESCO's Role and Global Recognition

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Celebrations Around the World

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The Power of Language

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Engaging in Language Learning

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Linguistic Inclusion

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