DLeNM's MITOTE

Community-Driven Language/Culture Revitalization: Tribal Language Community Approaches


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Replacing western education systems with tribal-community-run language programs is a foundational step in helping to increase the number of Indigenous language speakers and supporting its use in the community.  Samuel Catanach (P'osuwaegeh Ówingeh"- Pueblo of Pojoaque) and Patrick Werito (Diné) discuss the important work of community leaders who view language teaching and learning through an Indigenous lens as the best way to strengthen the community language, culture, and way of life for current and future generations.  

Further Info on Indigenous language revitalization  

  • Pueblo of Pojoaque website here 

  • Tewa Language Department – contact: Samuel Villarreal Catanach - [email protected].  

  • Info on DLeNM’s tribal language initiatives at: www.dlenm.org, or contact Patrick Werito at [email protected].  


  • Questions about this podcast can be sent to David Rogers at:  [email protected]

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