Tag: Maya Bridge Language Services
Modern Mayans: A Hidden World Closer Than You Think
Jace Norton recounts his career journey from missionary to interpreter to company founder — and how he came to learn about indigenous languages and communities along the way. Now committed to providing language services to underserved populations, Norton encourages readers to look beyond their narrow surroundings to adopt broader perspectives on language access.
LIS Solutions and Maya Bridge Launch Indigenous Language Glossary
The Indigenous Gateway Project is a work of language conservation and continuity that serves as a living resource for language workers and laypeople alike. The glossary covers eight high-demand Mayan languages, aiding refugee resettlement efforts.
Collateral Damage
The Mayan civilization may have vanished, but its linguistic heritage endures. Today, up to 22 ancient Mayan languages are still spoken in Guatemala and beyond, though their survival remains precarious. Ewandro Magalhães describes the challenges facing native speakers and efforts to provide language services to those in need.