Pages tagged “cultural preservation”
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Preserving Indigenous Knowledge and Empowering Marginalized Populations: The Power of Community Radio and Audiopedia
Radio has been a crucial tool for sharing information and connecting communities for over a century. In fact, radio remains one of the most widely used forms of media today, reaching billions of people around the world. This is especially true in developing countries, where radio is often the most accessible and affordable form of media.
Written by Marcel Heyne
February 13, 2023 -
"Radio na Bayaka" - Participatory Awareness Raising Project for the Aka Indigenous Population
The Aka people, also known as Bayaka, are an indigenous population living in the Likouala region of the Republic of Congo. Despite their rich cultural heritage, the Aka have faced numerous challenges and obstacles.
Written by Marcel Heyne
February 08, 2023 -
The Case for an Indigenous Audiopedia: Protecting Oral Languages and Cultures in the Digital Age
Indigenous communities are among the most marginalised and vulnerable in the world, and their traditional knowledge and cultures are at risk of being lost forever. The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) call for the protection and promotion of cultural and linguistic diversity, as well as the rights of indigenous peoples. One of the most pressing issues facing indigenous communities is the loss of their traditional languages.
Written by Marcel Heyne
January 23, 2023
