• DUNA TEYRUNNA LAUNCHES REGENERATIVE ENGLISH LANGUAGE CLASS | SEPTEMBER 7th, 2024

Duna Teyrunna Launches regenerative
English Language Class

September 7th, 2024

Language Programs Foster Global
Collaboration in Regenerative Practices

In today’s critical time for planetary restoration, Sun Nation is launching regenerative language programs to bridge the global regenerative movement and bring people together
to embody sustainable practices. These programs are more than just language classes—they serve as a powerful opportunity for knowledge exchange, allowing people from different cultural backgrounds to work collaboratively toward regenerating the planet. The courses, held at the Duna Teyrunna campus in Pueblo Bello, Colombia, offer instruction in both regenerative English and Iku, the native language of the Arhuaco people. Designed as a response to the growing need for inclusive collaboration, these programs provide a platform for people passionate about regeneration to connect, learn, and contribute to the movement.

Bridging The Global Regenerative Movemenent

Sun Nation’s language programs emerged from the desire to make the global regenerative movement more accessible to individuals eager to participate. By equipping participants
with the language skills necessary to communicate across cultural and linguistic barriers, the courses create opportunities for meaningful collaboration. The primary goal is to enable participants to exchange ideas, share knowledge, and work together to regenerate ecosystems, economies, and communities.

A request from indigenous leaders

The regenerative English course also responds to a profound request from the Mamos, the spiritual leaders of the Arhuaco community. They recognized that English would be a more effective medium than Spanish for conveying the deep, spiritual aspects of their ancestral knowledge to a global audience. “English provides a bridge for sharing our knowledge with the world,” said a representative of the Mamos. “Sun Nation’s program opens pathways to new possibilities for collaboration.”

Experiential Learning in Regenerative English

The regenerative English program is unique in its approach, offering students an experiential learning environment that integrates nature and regenerative practices. The curriculum, designed with a focus on nature and sustainability, ranges from beginner to advanced levels.Learning goes beyond the classroom, as students engage in activities such as plant walks,
up-cycling trash bottles for planting seeds, home plant investigations, reforestation projects, and immersive listening exercises. These hands-on activities not only reinforce vocabulary but also bring language learning to life by connecting words to meaningful, regenerative actions.

Fostering Inclusivity in Learning

Recognizing the growing interest in English proficiency among both local residents, indigenous, and non-indigenous, Sun Nation has made the programs inclusive for all. The courses cover essential language skills, from greetings and counting to practical vocabulary used in everyday contexts such as the kitchen, offices, and nature. This inclusive approach ensures that learners of all backgrounds can participate in the regenerative movement, equipping them with the skills needed to contribute to a more sustainable future.

Preserving Indigenous Wisdom Through Iku

In addition to English, the program offers courses in Iku, the native language of the Arhuaco
people, taught by the Arhuaco community members. This program supports the preservation of the Arhuaco’s linguistic heritage, ensuring that their cultural wisdom remains intact and accessible to future generations. These courses foster mutual understanding between indigenous and non-indigenous participants, creating a space for learning and collaboration that respects and values cultural diversity

Certification and Community Development

Participants who complete the regenerative English program receive a certification affirming their foundational proficiency. This certification not only enhances individual capabilities but also contributes to the community’s overall development by providing learners with valuable language skills that can be applied to a range of regenerative initiatives.

About Duna Teyrunna Campus

Duna Teyrunna campus is the heart of these educational programs. Located in Pueblo Bello,
within the Arhuaco territory, the campus is a symbol of unity and learning. It provides a space where people from diverse backgrounds can come together to share knowledge, explore regenerative practices, heal, and grow collectively.

Looking to the Future

Sun Nation is dedicated to expanding its language programs and deepening collaboration
with the Arhuaco people and local authorities. By building bridges through language, they aspire to create a regenerative, inclusive future where individuals from all over the world can work together to heal the planet.