AFNQL advances Indigenous language revitalization with UNESCO visit

By Lucas-Matthew Marsh, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Iori:wase The Assembly of First Nations Quebec-Labrador (AFNQL) wrapped up its diplomatic mission to Europe last month with a visit to UNESCO headquarters to raise awareness of the revitalization of Indigenous languages in the province. AFNQL Chief Francis Verreault-Paul emphasized that this visit was essential to ongoing efforts to preserve Indigenous cultures. “Our languages are inseparable from our well-being, our identities and our self-determination,” Verreault-Paul said. The delegation visited UNESCO headquarters on June 16, t…