Kanien’kéha (Mohawk) Indigenous Language Course

With Outdoor Learning School

Discover the beauty of Kanien’kéha (Mohawk) with this introductory online language course. Open to both Indigenous and non-Indigenous participants, this course highlights the importance of language revitalization for cultural and ecological preservation.

Participants will explore the sound system, vocabulary, and grammar of Kanien’kéha, learning to introduce themselves, make statements, and ask questions in this rich and meaningful language. Taught by Tahnee Bennett, a Mohawk educator from Six Nations, the sessions provide a comprehensive introduction to the Ohswekén:’a (Grand River dialect).

The course includes:

• 8 live virtual 90-minute sessions, recorded for later access.

• A Certificate of Completion.

• Resources to continue your language journey.

By joining, you contribute to supporting Indigenous language instructors and uplifting efforts toward language revitalization.

“If you are a non-Indigenous language learner, we invite you to review these reflections on what it means to be a non-Indigenous learner in an Indigenous language learning course.” - Outdoor Learning School

Location: Online

Dates: Jan 15, 22 & 29 / Feb 5, 12, 19, 26 / Mar 5

Time: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM Eastern Time

More Information: Visit the event page for more information

Cost:

• Free for Kanien’kehà:ka participants.

• Indigenous participants: 75% off regular price.

• Non-Indigenous participants: $180 ($22.50/session).

• Group discounts: 10% off for groups of 5 or more.

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