AFLC 2025 Virtual Conference Program(February 22 - 28)
We are thrilled to unveil the virtual program for AFLC 2025, running from February 22–28, 2025! This global online gathering will bring together scholars, educators, language advocates, and industry leaders to discuss the future of African languages in digital spaces and beyond.
From February 22–28, 2025, our virtual program will feature a week of insightful discussions, expert-led sessions, and interactive conversations on the growth, challenges, and future of African languages in the digital era.
What to expect:
- Thought-provoking keynotes from leading voices in language and technology.
- Engaging panels exploring language justice, multilingualism, and digital access.
- Workshops and presentations showcasing innovation in African language advocacy.
- A global community of researchers, educators, and changemakers shaping the future of African languages.
Whether you’re a scholar, a language professional, or an advocate for linguistic diversity, this is your chance to connect, learn, and contribute to the conversation.
Register now to attend online.
AFLC 2025 Conference Program(Onsite - February 21)
We are pleased to announce the onsite program for AFLC 2025, taking place at the University of Port Harcourt, Nigeria, on February 21, 2025.
This in-person event will bring together scholars, educators, policymakers, language advocates, and industry leaders to explore the role of African languages in digital transformation and social justice.
The onsite program will feature:
- Keynote addresses from renowned experts in language, technology, and policy.
- Panel discussions and interactive sessions on language rights, multilingual education, and digital inclusion.
- Networking opportunities to connect with professionals and advocates working to advance African languages globally.
As part of AFLC 2025’s hybrid format, the onsite event will provide a unique space for collaboration and exchange, complementing the online sessions taking place throughout the week.
Join us for a day of in-depth discussions, meaningful connections, and actionable solutions to strengthen the future of African languages in a rapidly evolving digital world.
AFLC 2025
Celebrating the Language and Cultural Diversity of Africa: AFLC 2025 Kicks Off This February
African Languages Conference (AFLC) 2025: Harnessing African Languages for Digital Transformation and Social Justice
Event Details
- Date: February 21–28, 2025
- Format: Hybrid (In-person at the University of Port Harcourt, Nigeria, and online via Zoom)
- Onsite Event: February 21, 2025
- Website: www.africanlanguagesconf.org
The African Languages Conference, a flagship event dedicated to language and cultural preservation, is organized by African Languages Conference Inc., a registered non-profit organization. Returning for its fourth edition during the African Languages Week from February 21 to 28, 2025, this year’s theme, “Harnessing African Languages for Digital Transformation and Social Justice,” emphasizes the vital role of African languages in shaping technology, equity, and cultural identity across the continent.
AFLC 2025 offers an extensive program featuring sessions on language preservation, technology, translation, interpreting, localization, and education. Participants will benefit from engaging with a distinguished lineup of speakers and thought leaders from Africa and beyond, who will share their insights on addressing challenges and unlocking opportunities for African languages..
For the first time, AFLC 2025 will be a hybrid event. The in-person gathering on February 21, 2025, at the Department of Linguistics and Language Arts, University of Port Harcourt, Nigeria, is organized in partnership with the university. The entire conference will also be live-streamed on Zoom, ensuring global accessibility and inclusivity.
Why Attend?
AFLC continues to be a key platform for language activists, scholars, linguists, educators, and professionals to engage in meaningful dialogue and collaboration. It amplifies the voices of African language speakers while celebrating the continent’s rich linguistic and cultural heritage.
Join us at AFLC 2025 to celebrate the power of African languages in driving digital transformation and social justice. Be part of the movement to preserve and promote Indigenous languages, contributing to the global goals of IDIL 2022–2032.
Stay Updated
For more information and to register, visit www.africanlanguagesconf.org.
Registration to attend the event begins at the end of January 2025.
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For sponsorship opportunities, press inquiries or additional information, please email us at info@africanlanguagesconf.org.
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The African Languages Conference (AFLC), a flagship event dedicated to language and cultural preservation organized by African Languages Conference Inc., a registered non-profit organization in the United States, returns for its fourth edition from February 21 to 28, 2025, during African Languages Week. This year’s theme, “Harnessing African Languages for Digital Transformation and Social Justice,” emphasizes the vital role of African languages in shaping technology, equity, and cultural identity in the continent.
For the first time, AFLC 2025 will be a hybrid event, featuring an in-person gathering on February 21, 2025, at the Department of Linguistics and Communications Studies, University of Port Harcourt, Nigeria, in partnership with the university. The entire conference will also be live-streamed on Zoom, ensuring global accessibility and inclusivity.
We are proud to announce that AFLC 2025 is part of the UNESCO Secretariat for the International Decade of Indigenous Languages 2022–2032 (IDIL 2022–2032). This partnership reflects our shared commitment to preserving linguistic diversity, fostering intercultural dialogue, and driving actionable change for Indigenous languages worldwide. Through AFLC 2025, we aim to contribute to IDIL 2022-2032 by advancing education, addressing policy development, and empowering speakers of underrepresented languages across Africa and beyond.
AFLC continues to be a key platform for language activists, scholars, linguists, educators, and professionals. It fosters dialogue and collaboration while amplifying the voices of African language speakers and celebrating the continent’s rich linguistic and cultural heritage.
Event Details:
• Date: February 21–28, 2025
• Format: Hybrid (In-person at the University of Port Harcourt, Nigeria, and online via Zoom)
• Onsite Event: February 21, 2025
AFLC 2025 will feature a diverse array of sessions on language preservation, technology, translation, interpreting, localization, and education.
Participants will engage with a distinguished lineup of speakers and thought leaders from across Africa and beyond, offering valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities surrounding African languages.
Join us at AFLC 2025 to celebrate the power of African languages in driving digital transformation and social justice. Together, let’s contribute to the preservation and promotion of Indigenous languages, aligning with the global goals of IDIL 2022–2032.
The call for proposals is also available in Sesotho and French!
Learn more about AFLC 2025 here.
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