Documenting Endangered Languages Program

The Documenting Endangered Languages Program supports efforts to record and preserve languages that are at risk of disappearing. Many languages are spoken by small communities and can fade away as cultures change or people shift to dominant languages. This program funds research and projects that capture the vocabulary, grammar, and usage of these languages, ensuring they are documented for future generations. By recording oral histories, traditional knowledge, and community practices, the program aims to maintain linguistic diversity and support the cultural identities of the speakers, promoting an understanding of our world's rich tapestry of languages.