On July 16, 2026, in the German city of Krefeld, a graduation ceremony was held for students who completed their Kurdish language courses.
The event was attended by a large number of parents, educators, and community members, celebrating the achievements of dozens of Kurdish children who received their certificates in their mother tongue.
This well-organized and engaging ceremony was coordinated and supervised by the Kurdistani Diaspora Confederation (KDC) and the Kurdish Language Federation.
During the event, approximately 40 students from 12 different schools were honored for their efforts and awarded certificates of completion.
Ms. Heike Broda, Director of the Compass School—a key center for teaching Kurdish—expressed her delight in the establishment of Kurdish language classes for children in Krefeld.
She highlighted the richness of Kurdish culture, including its traditional clothing, music, and cuisine, and wished the students continued success.
In other segments of the ceremony, Ms. Nesrin Abidin, Ms. Shirin Awan, and Lazgin Botan delivered speeches. They warmly commended teacher Omar Awdi for his dedication and hard work in educating the children.
They also expressed gratitude to the parents for their vital role and encouragement, which were instrumental to the success of the Kurdish language program.
They emphasized the importance of preserving the mother tongue and cultural values for Kurdish generations in the diaspora.
The celebration featured various activities, including a heartfelt Kurdish poem recited by Dr. Mamdouh, representing the families, which warmed the atmosphere of the event. Following a reception with refreshments, teacher Omar Awdi and Ms. Shirin Awan were presented with honorary awards in recognition of their tireless efforts.
Focusing on the Kurdish language in European countries is a significant national step toward maintaining a bridge between the new generation and their ancestral homeland.
The establishment of language courses in a city like Krefeld, and the support of German educational centers, reflects the vitality of Kurdish culture and the diaspora’s ongoing efforts to preserve their identity within Western society.
Such activities not only teach children to read and write their mother tongue but also instill a sense of national pride and connection to their roots, forming a strong foundation for a conscious and intellectual generation living abroad.
