Tani Language Foundation | |
| Abbreviation | TLF |
|---|---|
| Formation | 2024 |
| Founder | Luke Mingkeng Lego |
| Founded at | Arunachal Pradesh, India |
| Type | Non-profit organization |
| Purpose | Preservation and revitalization of Tani languages |
Official language | Tani languages |
President | Migom Pamegam [1] |
Vice President | Hariprasad Doley |
Executive Member | Taba Domina, Koj Nampi, Nyayi Lombi, Tingom Godak, Pakbi Lombi, Nuyi Yirang, Alessandro David |
Advisors | Dr. Anujeema Saikia, Dr. Anna Belew, Yulha Lahwa |
| Website | https://www.tanilanguagefoundation.org/ |
The Tani Language Foundation (TLF)[2][3] is a non-profit organization working to preserve and revitalize the Tani languages, spoken by indigenous communities in Arunachal Pradesh & Assam, India and by the Lhoba people[4][5] in China.
It was established by Mingkeng Lego (Luke Rimmo Lego) [6] to focus on Language documentation, script development, and Educational outreach to promote linguistic and cultural heritage.[7]
The Tani languages are a group of closely related languages spoken by the Tani people in northeastern India, primarily in Arunachal Pradesh and Assam.[8][9] These languages belong to the Sino-Tibetan family and include several major dialects such as Nyishi, Bori-Bokar, Galo, Apatani, Adi, Tagin, and Mising.[10]
TLF collaborates with institutions like the Living Tongues Institute for Endangered Languages and the Endangered languages Project to develop a "living dictionary" and works on creating a standardized script for Tani languages.[11][12] The foundation also organizes workshops, publishes linguistic studies, and engages communities through cultural events.[13][14]
Members of the Tani Language Foundation have publicly presented youth-driven research on the Tani language family at international forums, including the 34th Annual Meeting of the Southeast Asian Linguistics Society (SEALS 34) held in Bali (11–13 June 2025).[15]
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ ""We want a Tani identity", Migom Pamegam on leading the Tani Language Foundation and his vision for revival". The Wesean Times. Retrieved 11 September 2025.
- ↑ "As assimilation gnaws at Arunachal's regional languages, students fight to keep culture alive | Hindustan Times Pune - Newspaper - Read this story on Magzter.com". www.magzter.com. Retrieved 31 March 2025.
- ↑ "Tani Language Foundation showcases youth-focused research at SEALS 34". www.echoofarunachal.in. Retrieved 18 August 2025.
- ↑ "TLF working to preserve & revitalize Tani languages". Arunachal Observer.
- ↑ "Tani Language Foundation members attend SEALS meeting in Bali | The Arunachal Times". 15 June 2025. Retrieved 15 June 2025.
- ↑ Lego), Mínkēng (Luke Rimmo; Mili, Takar; Foundation, Tani Language (10 November 2024). "The Legend of the Ekki: Tani People and their Dogs". Voices of Rural India. Retrieved 31 March 2025.
- ↑ "Arunachal Pradesh: TLF Leads Efforts to Preserve Indigenous Linguistic Heritage". The Sentinel - of this Land, for its People. 3 January 2025. Retrieved 29 March 2025.
- ↑ SyriacPress (4 May 2025). "Preserving a Language in Fragments: How Dispersed Communities Can Revive Their Voice". Syriac Press. Retrieved 21 May 2025.
- ↑ "Tani Language Foundation". allgraph.ro. Retrieved 22 May 2025.
- ↑ "Tani Languages". rune.une.edu.au. Retrieved 29 March 2025.
- ↑ "UPSC Coaching in Delhi, IAS Coaching in Delhi - SRIRAMs IAS". www.sriramsias.com. Retrieved 29 March 2025.
- ↑ "ELP Annual Report 2024-2025" (PDF).
- ↑ Lepcha, Damien. "Students fight to keep dwindling languages of Arunachal's tribespeople alive".
- ↑ "Tani Language Foundation showcases youth-focused research at SEALS 34". www.echoofarunachal.in. Retrieved 16 June 2025.
- ↑ "Tani Language Foundation members attend SEALS meeting in Bali". Arunachal Times.
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