Five twins learn together in Kurdish

As discussion about Kurdish-language education in Syria and Rojava continues to grow, Kurdish families see it as their children’s right to receive education in their own language, just as other peoples have the right to learn in their mother tongues.

Among these families is the family of five twins: Mahmoud, Salam, Mohammed, Darin, and Arin, who were born in Qamishlo on October 15, 2018. They continue to study together in Kurdish, while their family is keen for them to continue their education in their mother tongue.

The children are currently in the second grade and, with the beginning of the new school year, are preparing to move to the third grade, hoping to continue their education in Kurdish.

The children’s mother, Hana Ali, said her main wish is for her sons and daughters to continue their education in their mother tongue. She stressed that education in Kurdish is a natural right for her children, just as every people has the right to learn in its own language.

She added that her children love school and are committed to learning, expressing hope that they will have the opportunity to complete all stages of their education in Kurdish.

During the summer vacation, the five twins remain connected to their studies. Every day, they meet with their older sister, Arin, and a number of their friends to review lessons and read books and poems in Kurdish, helping develop their language skills and strengthen their connection to their language and culture.

The children eagerly await the reopening of schools to continue their educational journey together—an experience that combines the uniqueness of being five twins with their commitment to learning and developing their mother tongue.

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ANHA