Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Elder receives literacy award for revitalizing Hän language

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For Release #12-159September 7, 2012

Dawson City—Education Minister Scott Kent will present Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Elder and community educator Doris Roberts with the Council of the Federation Literacy Award today, the day before the United Nations International Literacy Day.

“Ms. Roberts’ efforts to re-learn, recover and teach the Hän language over the years are admirable,” Kent said. “Because of her commitment to her language and culture, future generations will be able to connect to the history and traditions of her people.”

The Council of the Federation Literacy Award is presented annually to one literacy leader in each province and territory. Announced this year in July, the award celebrates outstanding achievement, innovative practice and excellence in literacy.read more

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