Shifa Barzani Commends Newroz Kurdish Cultural Association

In recognition of their ongoing efforts to preserve the Kurdish language, maintain national identity, and teach the mother tongue to new generations in the diaspora, Shifa Barzani addressed a letter of appreciation to the president and members of the Newroz Kurdish Cultural Association in Bremen, Germany, describing the organization as a living school of Kurdish identity abroad.

Shifa Barzani, General Supervisor of the Kurdistani Diaspora at the Barzani Headquarters, stated in the letter of appreciation that the headquarters follows the activities of the Newroz Association with great interest and delight as it works to protect and advance Kurdish culture, heritage, and language.

The message noted that the association’s tireless dedication to preserving the Kurdish language—particularly teaching the mother tongue to children and youth in the diaspora—alongside safeguarding authentic folklore, traditions, and elevating national consciousness among the Kurdistani community in Bremen, represents an act of patriotism worthy of profound respect and pride.

Shifa Barzani highlighted that protecting language and culture is synonymous with preserving the existence and national identity of the Kurdish people. Expressing high regard for the association’s dedication, the statement reaffirmed the continuous support of the Barzani Headquarters for such national endeavors.

Full Text of the Message:

To the respected President and Members of the Newroz Kurdish Cultural Association

Bremen – Germany

With warm regards and respect,

We follow your noble work and activities in preserving and advancing Kurdish culture, heritage, and our beloved language with great pleasure.

Through this letter of appreciation, we extend our heartfelt gratitude and highest respects to you. Your untiring efforts to protect and promote the Kurdish language—especially teaching the mother tongue to children and the younger generation in the diaspora—preserving authentic Kurdish culture, folklore, and traditions, and raising cultural and national awareness within the Kurdistani community in Bremen, Germany, constitute a patriotic struggle that merits utmost respect and pride.

Abroad, you have become a living school of Kurdish identity. Preserving our language and culture means protecting our existence and identity, and we deeply value your hard work and commitment in this realm.

We hope you continue your endeavors with the same passion and enthusiasm, and our backing and support will always be with you.

May you prosper and remain ever successful in serving Kurdish culture and language.

With respect and warm regards,

Shifa Barzani

General Supervisor of the Kurdistani Diaspora

Barzani Headquarters

October 29, 2026