My Language, My Identity

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SDG REFERENCE
SDG Goal 4: Quality Education: The project promotes linguistic diversity, cultural appreciation, and the value of native languages, contributing to quality education by fostering global citizenship and respect for cultural differences.

SDG Goal 10: Reduced Inequality: The project provides an inclusive platform for learners from diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds to share and appreciate one another’s languages, promoting social and cultural inclusivity.

SDG Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities: The project highlights the importance of preserving languages as a part of cultural heritage, contributing to safeguarding intangible cultural heritage

A Global Collaborative Experience with Ugandan Learners

At Charles Dale Memorial International School, we believe education is not just about academic success, it’s about shaping the total child through purposeful experiences that build identity, empathy, and global awareness.

One such experience is “My Language, My Identity,” a unique cultural exchange program that connected our students with learners from Uganda. This project opened a rich dialogue on how the languages we speak influence our identity, values, and worldview. Through interactive sessions, peer-to-peer tutoring, and storytelling, students from both countries explored the beauty and power of native languages.

Beyond the Classroom: Education that Connects and Inspires

Running across Years 7–11 and involving students aged 11 to 16, this initiative went beyond language. It intersected with Civic Education, Religious Studies, Social Studies, English Language, and History, reinforcing the academic curriculum with real-world engagement. Students developed cross-cultural communication skills, gained a deeper appreciation for linguistic diversity, and experienced first-hand how language shapes personal and collective identity.

Why It Matters

Promotes cultural appreciation and pride in native heritage
Strengthens global citizenship through collaborative learning
Develops confidence, empathy, and communication skills
Supports SDGs on quality education and reduced inequalities

This wasn’t just an activity; it was a transformational moment. For many of our learners, it was their first opportunity to represent themselves as global citizens, exchanging knowledge while building lasting connections.