Awakening the Language: A Celebration of Haudenosaunee Language Revitalization

Join us as we celebrate National Indigenous Languages Day with an informative event focused on language revitalization of the Haudenosaunee languages. Featuring presentations by Dr. Talena Atfield, Dr. Sara General, and Dakota Rohrer, this hybrid event will explore the ongoing efforts by University of Waterloo faculty and community members who have dedicated their lives to preserving these languages.

National Indigenous Languages Day is an opportunity to honor the strength and resilience of Indigenous languages and cultures, recognizing their enduring importance.

Let’s come together to celebrate the community-driven initiatives that ensure the sustainability of Haudenosaunee languages for generations to come.

Date: March 31, 2025 

Time: 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm 

Location: East Campus 5 (EC5) 1111 

305 Phillip St EC5, Waterloo, ON N2L 5Z5