Kleanza’s Indigenous Language Revitalization Grant
Nothing makes us happier at Kleanza than giving back to the communities that we work with. Applicants are now invited to apply for Kleanza’s Indigenous Language Revitalization Grant. This scholarship is intended to celebrate the efforts and successes of indigenous people in various capacities of language revitalization, and will be awarded to an individual or group who has in some way contributed to the revitalization of indigenous languages. The award is valued at $1500. Some examples of language revitalization programs may include: • • •
Continuing documentation of indigenous languages Improving linguistic integrity through the analysis of grammar and phonology Teaching indigenous languages within indigenous communities
Use of the funds can be used at the discretion of the organization. Some examples include: • •
Hardware (computers, voice recorders, writing materials, books, etc.) Software (development, or purchase of, software to aid in language revitalization)
Eligibility Requirements: •
Applicants must already have established, or be in the process of establishing, a language program, with clear goals, mandates, outcomes, and outreach within associated communities in British Columbia
Application Process: • •
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Applicants must submit their application no later than July 1, 2015. The scholarship will be awarded by September 15, 2015. Applicants’ application package must include: o Up to four page letter describing the research goals, history, mandate, and successes of the individuals involved, as well as the organization itself. o A budget outlining how the funds would be used. o A CV of the lead researcher/organizer. The award recipient will be decided upon by Kleanza’s Awards Committee
Deadline for the 2015 award application: July 1, 2015 Email application package to:
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