Digital Discourses 2025

With the rapid pace of change in the digital world, Indigenous Languages are at risk of becoming extinct in the near future. How does the current digital landscape shape the future of these languages?

2025 marks the fourth year of the United Nations’ International Decade of Indigenous Languages, a global initiative to raise awareness about the preservation, revitalization, and promotion of Indigenous Languages. As the second most linguistically diverse country in the world—with over 700 spoken Languages—Indonesia holds a critical position in this global movement.

Despite this richness, many Indigenous Languages in Indonesia are underrepresented and lack adequate resources. Limited knowledge production and digital presence often contribute to the social and economic marginalization of these language communities.

In Digital Discourses 2025 we will be discussing and examining the opportunities and challenges facing Indigenous Languages in the digital era.