Kurdish language teachers in Hasaka condemn removal of Kurdish language from Palace of Justice nameplate

Kurdish language teachers held a protest in front of the Palace of Justice in Hasaka, condemning the removal of the Kurdish language from the building's nameplate, emphasizing their rejection of all policies aimed at erasing the Kurdish language and excluding it from official institutions.

Dozens of Kurdish language teachers and students participated in the protest, holding banners with "Studying in one's mother tongue is a right and a fundamental principle. Education and training in our mother tongue is our right, and enshrining the Kurdish language in the Syrian constitution is essential" written on. They also chanted slogans stressing the need to recognize Kurdish as an official language.

A statement was read by Kurdish language teacher Jinda Ahmed, which stated, "On behalf of all Kurdish language teachers in Rojava, we are against all attempts to obliterate the Kurdish language."

Ahmed added, "Everyone has the right to speak and read in their mother tongue in their homeland, and we condemn all policies that aim to obliterate or harm the Kurdish language."

The statement affirmed that what transpired was an insult to the feelings and dignity of the Kurdish people, noting that the events at the Palace of Justice in Hasaka were an attempt to exclude the Kurdish language from official councils and institutions.

It continued, "We know full well that the Kurdish language cannot be erased by silencing the Kurdish identity, which has been preserved by the blood of thousands of martyrs."

The statement confirmed that the Kurdish language is a red line for the Kurdish people; it is the history and existence of the Kurdish people. It affirmed that respect for the Kurdish language is a right for all Kurds, and any attack on the Kurdish language is unacceptable.

In conclusion, the participants called for unifying ranks against these policies, in addition to protecting the Kurdish language, for which immense sacrifices have been made.

ANHA