Day of the Chuvash language
April 25, Thursday
Chuvash Language Day is a holiday celebrated on April 25 in Chuvashia and among the Chuvash diaspora. This day is dedicated to the birthday of Ivan Yakovlevich Yakovlev (1848-1930), an outstanding Chuvash educator, teacher and creator of the Chuvash written language based on the Cyrillic alphabet.Chuvash Language Day highlights the importance of preserving linguistic diversity in Russia, which is one of the most multinational countries in the world. This holiday serves as a reminder of the need to support endangered languages through educational programs, media and culture.
Chuvash Language Day is not only a symbol of respect for the culture of the Chuvash people, but also a significant contribution to strengthening the national diversity of Russia.