Gõyant Romi lipicho konknnicho vapor, drixttikon, ani mukheloponnak punrjivit korpacheo 101 veuharik paulam // 101 practical steps to revitalise the use, visibility, and prominence of the Roman script Konkani in Goa:
* Promote Konkani Literature: Publish more books, magazines, and newspapers in Roman script Konkani. Especially non-fiction, which is crucial for knowledge-generation and dissemination. * Educational Curriculum: Create and integrate Roman script Konkani into school curriculums, and beyond. * Language Classes: Offer Roman script Konkani language classes for all age groups. These should be encouraged outside of Goa too, as done in places like Bombay/Mumbai. * Digital Content: Create websites and apps dedicated to Roman script Konkani. WhatsApp groups for instant communication can be particularly created and used. * Social Media Campaigns: Use social media to promote Roman script Konkani through regular posts and updates. Use simultaneously translations where possible, so more people can understand and learn. * Cultural Festivals: Organise festivals celebrating Konkani literature and culture. With a special focus on [officially-neglected] Romi. * Workshops and Seminars: Conduct workshops on writing and reading Roman script Konkani. Build the next generaiton of Romi readers and writers. * Radio Programs: Broadcast radio shows in Roman script Konkani, and dialects related to the Romi script. If official space is not available, promote and support online initiaties in the Daizpora, like RadioMango.ca (Canada), Sushegad Daanpar (NZ) https://www.planetaudio.org.nz/susegad-danpaar and the Southampton initiative on Facebook (Konkani Uloi London Fuloi @ Awaaz 99.8 FM http://alturl.com/y2pmv ). * TV Shows: Produce TV shows and news programmes in Roman script Konkani and affiliated dialects. * Song and Music: Promote songs and music albums in Roman script Konkani and dialects. * Poetry Readings: Host poetry readings and recitations in Roman script Konkani. * Drama and Theatre: Encourage and support tiatr, plays and dramas in dialects connected with Roman script Konkani. * Online Forums: Create online forums and discussion groups for Roman script Konkani writers and associated dialects. * Libraries: Stock libraries with Roman script Konkani books. Build visibility of Romi books. * Community Centers: Set up community centers focused on promoting Roman script Konkani. * Bilingual Signs: Use Roman script Konkani on public signage along with other languages. * Translation Services: Provide translation services for documents into Roman script Konkani. Build more translation skills among youth and others. * Academic Research: Support academic research on Roman script Konkani. This is a very important need. * Contests and Competitions: Organise writing and speaking competitions in Roman script Konkani. * Literary Awards: Establish awards for excellence in Roman script Konkani literature. * Tourism Promotion: Use Roman script Konkani in tourism materials and guides. Create 'learn basic Konkani' guides or e-guides for tourists or visiting expats, in Romi. * Government Support: Advocate for government policies supporting Roman script Konkani. Make a strong legal and moral case against discrimination. * Historical Documentation: Document and publish the history of Roman script Konkani. Promote visibility of works which already do so (eg on Romi writers). * Partnerships with NGOs: Collaborate with NGOs to promote Roman script Konkani. * Parish Bulletins: Promote and support the visibility of Roman script Konkani in church parish bulletins. Help magazines like Ixtt, Gulab or Rotti to gain more subscribers. * Cookbooks: Publish cookbooks in Roman script Konkani. * Folk Tales: Collect and publish traditional folk tales in Roman script Konkani. Use brief English translations to enhance understanding by more potential readers. * Children's Books: Create and distribute children’s books in Roman script Konkani. Check out potential of Romi on sites like storyweaver.org * Storytelling Sessions: Organise storytelling sessions for children in Roman script Konkani. * Local Authors: Promote works and visibility of local authors writing in Roman script Konkani. * Podcasts: Launch podcasts in dialects associated with Roman script Konkani. * Comics and Graphic Novels: Produce comics and graphic novels in Roman script Konkani. * Cultural Exchange Programmes: Establish cultural exchange programs focusing on Roman script Konkani. These can be within the State or outside the State too, with Daizporic communities (including those using other disempowered scripts, like Kannada-script Konkani, Malayalam-script, Perso-Arabic, etc). * Literary Clubs: Form literary clubs to discuss and promote Roman script Konkani works. * Translation Projects: Translate international literature into Roman script Konkani. * Online Courses: Offer online courses for learning Roman script Konkani. * Merchandise: Create merchandise with Roman script Konkani text, like T-shirts and mugs. * Film Subtitles: Provide subtitles in Roman script Konkani for movies. This is increasingly easy to create, using Free Software tools or YouTube.com subtitling options. * E-Books: Publish e-books in Roman script Konkani. * Audiobooks: Produce audiobooks in Roman script Konkani. * Language Certification: Introduce certification courses in Roman script Konkani. * Public Readings: Host public readings of classic and contemporary Roman script Konkani literature. * Literary Journals: Start literary journals dedicated to Roman script Konkani. * Mobile Apps: Develop mobile apps for learning and practicing Roman script Konkani. * Bilingual Education: Implement bilingual education programs in Roman script Konkani. * Mobile Libraries: Use mobile libraries to reach remote areas with Roman script Konkani books. * Blogging: Encourage blogging in Roman script Konkani. * Language Preservation Projects: Initiate projects aimed at preserving Roman script Konkani. * Heritage Tours: Conduct heritage tours highlighting the use of Roman script Konkani. * Sign Language: Develop sign language resources for Roman script Konkani. Also convert Romi texts into Braille, with permissions from publishers. * Public Announcements: Make public announcements in dialects associated with Roman script Konkani. * Civic Education: Use Roman script Konkani in civic education programmes. * Interactive Games: Create educational games to teach Roman script Konkani. * Street Plays: Perform street plays in dialects associated with Roman script Konkani. * Documentaries: Produce documentaries about the Roman script Konkani community and language. * Recipe Sharing: Encourage sharing of recipes in Roman script Konkani. * Cultural Associations: Form cultural associations to promote Roman script Konkani. * Local Media: Increase coverage of Roman script Konkani in local media. Romi pages or sections could also be supported in mainstream papers. Build skills to support the same. * Festivals and Fairs: Set up stalls at festivals and fairs to promote Roman script Konkani. * Days: Celebrate special days dedicated to Roman script Konkani. * Inter-Generational Programmes: Promote inter-generational programmes to pass down Roman script Konkani. * Multimedia Resources: Develop multimedia resources for learning Roman script Konkani. * Language Exchange: Create language exchange programmes with other communities. * Language Ambassadors: Appoint language ambassadors to promote Roman script Konkani. * Youth Programmes: Develop youth programs focused on Roman script Konkani. * E-Newsletters: Start e-newsletters in Roman script Konkani. * Public Libraries: Establish sections for Roman script Konkani in public libraries. Even if each has a few books, but is active, it's worth it. Elibraries can also be thought of. * Heritage Preservation: Document and preserve heritage sites associated with Roman script Konkani. * Religious Texts: Publish religious texts in Roman script Konkani. * Local Festivals: Integrate Roman script Konkani into local festival activities. * Corporate Sponsorships: Seek corporate sponsorships for promoting Roman script Konkani. * Community Projects: Involve the community in projects promoting Roman script Konkani. * Media Partnerships: Partner with media outlets to feature Roman script Konkani content. * Tourist Attractions: Use Roman script Konkani in tourist attraction descriptions. * Language Documentation: Document the Roman script Konkani dialects and variations. * Public Campaigns: Launch public campaigns promoting the benefits of learning Roman script Konkani. * Local History: Publish local history books in Roman script Konkani. * Interactive Maps: Create interactive maps in Roman script Konkani. * Festive Greetings: Use Roman script Konkani for festive greetings and cards. * Culinary Events: Host culinary events where recipes are shared in Roman script Konkani. * Language Advocacy: Advocate for the recognition of Roman script Konkani at the state and national levels. * Photo Essays: Publish photo essays with Roman script Konkani captions. * Community Radio: Set up community radio stations broadcasting in Roman script Konkani. Net radio can be supported (see above) and extended too. * Youth Ambassadors: Appoint youth ambassadors to promote Roman script Konkani in schools. * Public Competitions: Host public competitions in writing and speaking Roman script Konkani. * E-Learning Platforms: Utilise e-learning platforms for teaching Roman script Konkani. * Cultural Tours: Organise cultural tours highlighting Roman script Konkani heritage. * Book Fairs: Participate in book fairs with Roman script Konkani literature. * Corporate Communication: Encourage corporate communication in Roman script Konkani. * Volunteer Programmes: Start volunteer programs to teach Roman script Konkani. * Local Markets: Use Roman script Konkani in local market signage. * Language Clubs: Form language clubs dedicated to Roman script Konkani. * Publications: Increase the number of publications in Roman script Konkani. Books, magazines, emagazines, etc. Support and write for existing publications. * Educational Materials: Develop educational materials in Roman script Konkani. * Awareness Campaigns: Conduct awareness campaigns about the importance of Roman script Konkani. * Senior Citizen Programmes: Engage senior citizens in teaching Roman script Konkani to the younger generation. * Civic Engagement: Use Roman script Konkani in civic engagement and community meetings. * Language Apps: Develop language learning apps for Roman script Konkani. * Festive Parades: Include Roman script Konkani banners in festive parades. * Virtual Events: Host virtual events to promote Roman script Konkani. * Interactive Storybooks: Create interactive storybooks for children in Roman script Konkani. These steps can help increase the visibility and use of Roman script Konkani, ensuring its preservation and growth in the cultural and social fabric of Goa. -- FN * +91-9822122436 * 784 Saligao 403511 Bardez Goa
