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Visual Art in Jewish and Native American Language Reclamation

Sunday June 2, 10-11:30am PT / 12-1:30pm CT / 1-2:30pm ET / 8-9:30pm Israel​

Join the Jewish Language Project for a panel exploring the connection between visual art and the revitalization of endangered languages.​

Panelists:

B.A. Van Sise, Author and photographic artist

Lokosh (Joshua D. Hinson), artist and Executive Officer, Division of Language Preservation, Chickasaw Nation

Ruben Shimonov, a calligraphic artist who highlights Bukharian, Persian, Arabic, and Hebrew

Dr. Sarah Bunin Benor, Director of the HUC-JIR Jewish Language Project

This panel is being presented in conjunction with B.A. Van Sise's latest exhibit, “On the National Language: The Poetry of America's Endangered Tongues.” This project was developed in consultation with dozens of indigenous nations, as well as both Native and diasporic cultural organizations. Among its many accolades is the 2024 Anthem Award for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion by the International Academy of Digital Arts & Sciences. Starting October 2024, "On the National Language" will be featured in a six-month solo exhibition at the Skirball Cultural Center in Los Angeles.

Register here.