Society for the Study of the Indigenous Languages of the Americas

The Society for the Study of the Indigenous Languages of the Americas (SSILA) is an organization dedicated to research and scholarship on the languages spoken by Indigenous peoples of the Americas. It promotes the documentation, preservation, and revitalization of these diverse languages through conferences, publications, and collaboration among linguists, community members, and scholars. SSILA aims to raise awareness of the cultural importance of these languages and support efforts to keep them alive for future generations. It plays a vital role in fostering understanding and respect for Indigenous linguistic heritage.