Revitalizing Hupa Language for Future Generations

At Xine:wh-ding, we are nurturing the next generation of Na:tinixwe in our ancestral language, Na:tinixwe Mixine:whe, to cultivate a vibrant community of new speakers.

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Na:tinixwe Mixine:whe

Our mission at Xine:wh-ding is to reclaim time and space for Na:tinixwe Mixine:whe resurgence and cultivate intergenerational healing by reconnecting our people to one another, our language, our culture, and our homelands.

Our programming focuses on the enduring transmission of our language to future generations and the collective well-being of our community.

Programs

Nurturing Language Growth Across Generations

Our programs are designed to engage learners of all ages in immersive, meaningful experiences that bring Na:tinixwe Mixine:whe to life.

Na:tinixwe Mixine:whe Immersion Nest

Immersing children in Hupa Language and cultural traditions.

Nohk’isdiyun Nohoł Baby Group

Planting seeds of early language development.

Internship Opportunities

Creating the next generation of language leaders.

Immersion
Summer School

Revitalizing language through storytelling and play.

Hupa Language Teaching Credential (HLTC)

Supporting language educators.

Resources

Access Hupa Language Learning Tools from Anywhere

Our resources page is designed to support learning Na:tinixwe Mixine:whe. Discover interactive tools that enhance understanding and engagement with learning our language.

NEWS

Follow Our Journey

Stay informed about our community and language initiatives.

Hupa Language Immersion Program Strengthens the Continuum of Language and Culture

Last year, they started a Hupa language immersion nest for toddlers, ages 18 months to 35 months.

Luce Fellow Spotlight: Sara Merrick

Sara Merrick has had an affinity for the Hupa language since she was a young girl. She understood very early on how ...

Hupa Language Leader Selected for Grant to Support the Hupa Language Nest Project

First Nations Development (First Nations) has announced the 10 outstanding Indigenous leaders selected for the 2023

Join Us in our Hupa Language Resurgence Work

Your support can help preserve and revitalize Na:tinixwe Mixine:whe for future generations. Get involved today!