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202290 minPGdocumentary

62.a

202290 minPGdocumentary

A century of restrictions on Slovenian sign language in schools has led to a serious decline in its use among the deaf community.

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A century of restrictions on Slovenian sign language in schools has led to a serious decline in its use among the deaf community.

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Marko Kumer

Marko Kumerdirector

Tina Grošeljwriter

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In Slovenian schools, deaf children faced a ban on using their native sign language. This prohibition led to significant consequences for their education and identity. Personal testimonies reveal the deep effects of this policy, described as linguistic genocide lasting a century. The deaf community, supported by disability organizations, has mobilized to preserve Slovenian sign language and promote cultural creativity. The film runs for 90 minutes and was released in 2022.

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