International Mother Language Day

 International Mother Language Day is a worldwide annual observance held on February 21 to promote awareness of linguistic and cultural diversity and to promote multilingualism. The idea to celebrate International Mother Language Day was the initiative of Bangladesh.

A ceremony was held in the Rotunda of Cleveland City Hall on February 24, 2023 to commemorate and educate.

We have coverage (video and pictures) of the entire event spread over 3 pages

International Mother Language Day Main Page

International Mother Language Day Page 2

International Mother Language Day People Page

Why Cantonese and Mandarin languages in China

Luling Li teaches Chinese language at Shaker Heights High School. She spoke at the ClevelandPeople.Com Food Adventure to The Pearl Asian Kitchen.  The Food Adventurers travel to authentic ethnic restaurants in the Cleveland area and, besides enjoying a special traditional menu, learn about the culture of the country.

Luling showed a map of China and told why the Cantonese language is popular but that Mandarin is the official main language.

Cleveland Chinese community

5 basic Chinese characters

Luling Li teaches Chinese language at Shaker Heights High School. She spoke at the ClevelandPeople.Com Food Adventure to The Pearl Asian Kitchen.  The Food Adventurers travel to authentic ethnic restaurants in the Cleveland area and, besides enjoying a special traditional menu, learn about the culture of the country.

Luling showed 5 important Chinese characters.



Cleveland Chinese community