Revival of Ckunsa Language in Chile

SOURCE www.npr.org
Ckunsa, an indigenous language in Chile, was declared dead 70 years ago, but groups in northern Chile are successfully reviving the language and teaching it to a new generation.

Key Points

  • Ckunsa language was declared dead 70 years ago
  • Groups in northern Chile are successfully reviving and teaching the language to a new generation

Pros

  • Preservation of indigenous language and culture
  • Reviving a language that was declared dead