Hagyana Atouraya Special Broadcast: "Assyrian Children — Heirs to an Ancient Language".

A special festive teleconference aired on the international media portal Hagyana Atouraya to announce the results of an all-Russian creative contest held in honor of the Day of Native Languages ​​of the Peoples of Russia. The program was hosted by the portal’s founders and driving forces, Samir Khoshaba and Zhanna Yukhanova, who presented the outcomes of this major cultural project organized in collaboration with the Assyrian community of Krymsk. Key highlights and discussion themes: A dialogue between generations—Zhanna Yukhanova and Samir Khoshaba emphasized that preserving the native language within the diaspora is a primary mission for the modern intelligentsia. The recent competition vividly demonstrated how the cultural heritage of ancient Assyria is being passed down to its youngest descendants. Scope and reach: The project brought together talented Assyrian children from various regions of Russia. The organizers expressed deep gratitude to the parents and educators who encourage the children to learn their native language, recite poetry, and sing the songs of their ancestors. Jury evaluation: The hosts noted the unprecedentedly high level of the participants' preparation. Each video was evaluated not only for vocal performance or artistry but also for correct pronunciation, diction, and emotional connection to the destiny of their people. A Celebration of National Spirit. The live broadcast was a true celebration of national culture. In the closing remarks, Samir Khoshaba and Zhanna Yukhanova announced the winners, thanked every participant, and assured the audience that this competition marks just the beginning of a major journey to promote the Assyrian language and literature among the youth. Our website: https://hagyana-atouraya.com/18653/