Skutnabb-Kangas, Tamara

Tamara Skutnabb-Kangas is a linguist and researcher who studies language rights and how language influences identity and social justice. She emphasizes that language is more than communication; it’s closely tied to culture, power, and individual dignity. Her work highlights how minority and indigenous languages are often suppressed, leading to loss of cultural diversity and marginalization. She advocates for linguistic equality, promoting policies that protect and revitalise endangered languages, recognizing their importance for communities’ well-being and self-determination.