The “3rd International Indigenous Language Journalism Conference 2026” will be held in Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal, from August 9 to 12, 2026.
Preparations for the grand event, organised by the Federation of Nepalese Indigenous Nationalities Journalists (FoNIJ) in coordination with the Newa National Forum of Journalists and SAARC Journalist Forum, are going on in full swing, says a press release received in Dhaka.
The preliminary plans and event schedules were announced during a recent preparatory meeting held in Nayabazar, Kathmandu. At the meeting, FoNIJ General Secretary Samir Balami presented a detailed action plan for the upcoming conference.
The organising committee has announced that journalists practicing indigenous language journalism from approximately 40 countries across the globe will participate in this year’s conference. The event will feature in-depth discussions on the current status, challenges, and the future roadmap of indigenous language journalism on a global scale.
The four-day event will include panel discussions and paper presentations, a vibrant showcase blending the diverse local cultures of Nepal with the participating nations. Alongside visits to various historical and tourist landmarks of Nepal, delegates will be treated to traditional Nepalese cuisines to promote local culture and heritage globally.
According to organisers, the primary objective of this conference is to develop and professionalise indigenous language journalism. It also aims to advocate the recognition and integration of mother-tongue journalism into government policies, while showcasing Nepal’s achievements in this sector to the world.
