Introduction to Arakan School of Language and Culture
Arakan School of Language and Culture is a division of Arakan College dedicated to the preservation, promotion, and revitalization of the Arakanese language, traditions, and cultural identity. With a strong focus on education, community engagement, and intergenerational learning, the school offers programs and initiatives designed to connect Arakanese youth—both locally and globally—with their linguistic and cultural roots.
Through innovative language instruction, cultural activities, and digital resources, the school aims to empower the next generation with a deep sense of identity, pride, and belonging. In addition to Arakanese language programs, the school will also offer a range of language courses—including English, Chinese, Hindi, Japanese, and others—to equip learners with multilingual skills and broaden their global opportunities.
Vision
To nurture a vibrant, multilingual community where the Arakanese language and culture are preserved, celebrated, and passed on to future generations with pride and purpose.
Mission
The Arakan School of Language and Culture is committed to:
- Preserving and revitalizing the Arakanese language and cultural heritage through education and community engagement.
- Providing accessible, high-quality language programs for Arakanese learners locally and globally.
- Promoting cross-cultural understanding and multilingual competence through the teaching of additional languages such as English, Chinese, Hindi, Japanese, and others.
- Fostering a strong sense of identity, belonging, and pride among Arakanese youth and families around the world.
Core Values
- Cultural Preservation: We are dedicated to safeguarding the linguistic and cultural traditions of the Arakanese people.
- Lifelong Learning: We believe in providing learning opportunities across all ages, encouraging curiosity and continuous growth.
- Community-Centered: We design our programs with and for the Arakanese community, promoting collaboration and shared responsibility.
- Diversity and Inclusion: We value and respect linguistic and cultural diversity, promoting inclusion through multilingual education.
- Innovation: We embrace creative, technology-enhanced solutions to make language and cultural education accessible to learners everywhere.
Upcoming Programs
The Arakan School of Language and Culture will soon launch a variety of programs designed to support Arakanese children and youth in learning their mother tongue and connecting with their cultural heritage. These include:
- Arakan Language Program for Young Learners Abroad
- Cultural Heritage Series
- English Language Program
- Chinese Language Program
- Hindi Language Program.
- Japanese Language Program
