Session
Charles University in Prague
Naeem Uddin Hadi, Charles University in Prague, Civil Society, Asia-Pacific Rafi Uddin Hadi, Torwali Research Forum, Civil Society, Asia-Pacific
Naeem Uddin Hadi, Charles University in Prague, Civil Society, Asia-Pacific Rafi Uddin Hadi, Torwali Research Forum, Civil Society, Asia-Pacific
Organization's Website
Speakers
Naeem Uddin Hadi, Charles University in Prague, Civil Society, South-Asia
Onsite Moderator
Naeem Uddin Hadi
Rapporteur
Rafi Uddin Hadi
SDGs
1.4
4.4
5.b
8.2
8.3
9.1
9.5
9.a
9.b
9.c
10.2
10.3
Targets: The proposal aligns with and intersects multiple Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by addressing inclusion of endangered and indigenous languages on the Internet, inclusive digital connectivity, and resilient infrastructure for digitally marginalized, and otherwise endangered and indigenous language communities. SDG 1.4 (End Poverty) is supported by ensuring that marginalized linguistic communities have access to technology and financial services, enabling economic empowerment. SDG 4.4 (Inclusive and Quality Education) is advanced by increasing digital literacy and access to educational content in endangered languages, equipping marginalized youth and adults with relevant skills for employment and entrepreneurship. SDG 5.b (Gender Equality) is strengthened through inclusive digital tools that empower women, particularly in indigenous communities, fostering their participation in economic and social activities. SDG 8.2 and 8.3 (Economic Growth and Innovation) are addressed by promoting digital entrepreneurship and creating opportunities for economic inclusion through localized digital platforms. SDG 9.1 (Resilient and Inclusive Infrastructure) emphasizes the need for quality, reliable, and sustainable digital infrastructure, ensuring equitable access to the internet, particularly for underserved communities. SDG 9.5, 9.a, 9.b, and 9.c (Innovation and Connectivity) highlight the importance of technological advancements, increased research in digital language preservation, and expanded ICT access in developing regions to ensure no community is left behind. SDG 10.2 and 10.3 (Reducing Inequalities) focus on eliminating digital divides by promoting the social, economic, and political inclusion of all individuals, irrespective of language, geography, or economic status. By integrating linguistic diversity, inclusive connectivity, and resilient digital infrastructure, this initiative fosters a more equitable and sustainable digital ecosystem.
4.4
5.b
8.2
8.3
9.1
9.5
9.a
9.b
9.c
10.2
10.3
Targets: The proposal aligns with and intersects multiple Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by addressing inclusion of endangered and indigenous languages on the Internet, inclusive digital connectivity, and resilient infrastructure for digitally marginalized, and otherwise endangered and indigenous language communities. SDG 1.4 (End Poverty) is supported by ensuring that marginalized linguistic communities have access to technology and financial services, enabling economic empowerment. SDG 4.4 (Inclusive and Quality Education) is advanced by increasing digital literacy and access to educational content in endangered languages, equipping marginalized youth and adults with relevant skills for employment and entrepreneurship. SDG 5.b (Gender Equality) is strengthened through inclusive digital tools that empower women, particularly in indigenous communities, fostering their participation in economic and social activities. SDG 8.2 and 8.3 (Economic Growth and Innovation) are addressed by promoting digital entrepreneurship and creating opportunities for economic inclusion through localized digital platforms. SDG 9.1 (Resilient and Inclusive Infrastructure) emphasizes the need for quality, reliable, and sustainable digital infrastructure, ensuring equitable access to the internet, particularly for underserved communities. SDG 9.5, 9.a, 9.b, and 9.c (Innovation and Connectivity) highlight the importance of technological advancements, increased research in digital language preservation, and expanded ICT access in developing regions to ensure no community is left behind. SDG 10.2 and 10.3 (Reducing Inequalities) focus on eliminating digital divides by promoting the social, economic, and political inclusion of all individuals, irrespective of language, geography, or economic status. By integrating linguistic diversity, inclusive connectivity, and resilient digital infrastructure, this initiative fosters a more equitable and sustainable digital ecosystem.
Format
Lightning talk with a prepared presentation followed by Q&A and discussion.
Duration (minutes)
20
Description
The session will be conducted as a lightning talk. It will focus on how creating language technology and NLP tools for endangered languages can bridge the digital language divide, foster digital inclusion, and mitigate language endangerment. There are currently more than 7,000 spoken languages, yet fewer than 100 are flourishing in the digital world with advanced language understanding and spoken language communication technologies. This leaves the majority of languages underserved and at a disadvantage when it comes to their presence in cyberspace. For endangered languages, there is a recognized need to develop solutions that ensure their continued presence on the Internet. In particular, significant gaps remain in access to low-resource NLP tools and data for training statistical machine learning systems, which could be leveraged to develop downstream applications. Such applications could enhance digital inclusion for speakers of indigenous and endangered languages, enabling their active participation in knowledge societies and the digital economy. The session will also explore how inclusive internet connectivity solutions and policymaking impact endangered languages and initiatives for bridging the digital language divide by enabling digital access for speakers of endangered languages.
The session will be on on-site lightening talk by the speaker. The session will consist of 20 minutes, with 10 minutes of talk and 10 minutes for Q&A and discussion, and comments from onsite participants. The questions will be addressed by the speaker, and everyone will be encouraged to add comments and respond to questions to foster a more meaningful and fruitful discussion. If online attendance is supported, one organizer will act as an online moderator to keep the chat on Zoom live and active by stimulating conversations and directing questions from online participants to onsite speaker and attendees.
The session will be on on-site lightening talk by the speaker. The session will consist of 20 minutes, with 10 minutes of talk and 10 minutes for Q&A and discussion, and comments from onsite participants. The questions will be addressed by the speaker, and everyone will be encouraged to add comments and respond to questions to foster a more meaningful and fruitful discussion. If online attendance is supported, one organizer will act as an online moderator to keep the chat on Zoom live and active by stimulating conversations and directing questions from online participants to onsite speaker and attendees.