Youth Dialogue on Language and Identity

We are pleased to invite you to an insightful panel discussion on “Language and Identity” on April 4th at Home for Cooperation, Nicosia.This panel will bring together youth organizations and experts to explore the significance of language in shaping identity, promoting intercultural dialogue, and supporting reconciliation efforts in Cyprus.The panel will be followed by an interactive Q&A session, where the audience can engage directly with the speakers.

Speakers:
Özge Özoğul Yıldırımtürk
Dr Chryso Pelekani
Salih Toksoz (Association for Bilingualism)

Moderator:
Doga Kayra Avseven

Key topics to be addressed include:The role of language in shaping youth identity in Cyprus
The challenges of promoting language diversity and cultural understanding
The definition of bilingualism in the context of Cyprus
The societal impact of the lack of formal recognition of the Turkish language

Event Details:
 Date: April 4th
 Time: 17:00-20.00
 Location: Home for Cooperation, Nicosia

 Entry: Free and open to the public & registration required

Registration link: https://forms.gle/VaumbZM4wZbSX53m8