36.567, FYI: Hidden Patterns: The Linguistic Landscape of Northwest Amazonia, a seminar by Dr Kasia Wojtylak (Jawun Research Institute, CQU)

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Subject: 36.567, FYI: Hidden Patterns: The Linguistic Landscape of Northwest Amazonia, a seminar by Dr Kasia Wojtylak (Jawun Research Institute, CQU)

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Date: 12-Feb-2025
From: Alexandra Aikhenvald [a.aikhenvald at cqu.edu.au]
Subject: Hidden Patterns: The Linguistic Landscape of Northwest Amazonia, a seminar by Dr Kasia Wojtylak (Jawun Research Institute, CQU)


On 19 February (Wednesday), 4-5.30, Dr Kasia Wojtylak will be
presenting a seminar within our Jawun Multidisciplinary Seminar
series, entitled:
Hidden Patterns: The Linguistic Landscape of Northwest Amazonia. This
will be followed by a discussion panel, with the participation of Dr
Hannah Sarvasy, Dr Luca Ciucci, and Professor Rosita Henry. Everyone
is welcome to take part!
The abstract is as follows:
Northwest Amazonia is one of the world’s most linguistically diverse
regions, where languages from distinct families intertwine through
centuries of multilingual interaction. The Caquetá-Putumayo area
stands out as a vibrant hub of linguistic convergence, shaped by
sustained cultural exchange and social mobility. This talk delves into
the languages of this region, exploring how contact and coexistence
among diverse communities have influenced their grammatical structures
and linguistic identities. Through an analysis of shared patterns and
unique innovations, it reveals the powerful role of multilingualism in
shaping language evolution. By situating the Caquetá-Putumayo region
within the broader context of Northwest Amazonia, this study offers
fresh insights into the intricate relationship between language,
culture, and society, inviting a deeper appreciation of the dynamics
that sustain linguistic diversity in South America.
Location
Room 3.06, CQUniversity Cairns Campus
Corner Abbott Street and Shields Street
Date and Time
Thursday, 19 February 2025, 4-5.30 Brisbane time (Australia); or via
zoom
Meeting ID:
857 3670 9072
Passcode:
821270

Linguistic Field(s): General Linguistics
                     Historical Linguistics
                     Language Documentation

Language Family(ies): Bora-Muinane



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