Kurdish Sorani Dialect Course Started at Our Academy in Van Our Kurdish Academy in Van, dedicated to preserving, promoting, and introducing Kurdish language, culture, and art, has taken a significant new step. In this context, a special course has been launched at the academy for learning the Sorani dialect of the Kurdish language. The purpose...
Akademy’s children’s Kurdish language course, titled “Speak Kurdish” (Bi Kurdî Biaxive), has been successfully continuing for the past six months. This special program is held every Saturday and continues in a lively and engaging atmosphere. The “Speak Kurdish” course has been specifically designed for children, with the aim of helping them speak Kurdish (Kurmanji) naturally,...
As part of the celebrations for May 15, Kurdish Language Day, the city of Wan hosted the Spring of Children – Nûbihara Biçûkan poetry recitation competition, bringing together children from several cities across Northern Kurdistan in a vibrant and enthusiastic event. Organized through the collaboration of Akademy, the Ehmedê Xanî Institute, and Nûbihar, the competition...
Wan, May 21–23, 2026 – A delegation from the Akademy paid visits to two institutions in Wan. On May 21, the delegation visited the Van Branch of Egitim Sen, and on May 23, it visited Kurdîgeh. During these meetings, extensive discussions were held on joint activities related to May 15, Kurdish Language Day. The participants...
A new Erbane (traditional percussion instrument) course is starting at the Akademy. The course will be taught by Shahin Karakoyun, an experienced instructor in traditional rhythms. Classes will be held once a week on Thursdays, offering participants the opportunity to learn Erbane techniques, rhythm patterns, and performance skills in a structured and supportive learning environment....
Ademy in Van hosted a well-attended panel titled Language and Nation. Organized on the occasion of World Mother Language Day, the event took place at the Van Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VAN TSO). The panel was presented by Macît Orhan. At the opening, the Akademy’s co-chairs, Gulseren Kiraz and Abdurrahim Orhan, welcomed participants and...
On the occasion of International Mother Language Day, the Akademy will hold a panel titled “Language and Nation” tomorrow, 14 February 2026, at 14:00 at Van TSO. The panel will feature academic İlyas Suvagci, poet Sidiq Gorican, and dengbêj Taha Bozdemir. The discussion will be moderated by Ruzerin Sumer. The event will focus on the...
At the Akademy, the longest night of the year was celebrated with strong participation and great enthusiasm. The ten-thousand-year-old tradition of the Kurds was brought to life through songs, poetry, stories, and riddles. The event was organized by the Akademy. Artist Ferec delivered a powerful heavy metal performance on guitar. In addition, artist Sirac, together...
An A1-level English course has started at the Akademy. The course is taught by Teacher Ferimah and takes place on Saturdays. The textbook Campus is used as the main course material. The course places special emphasis on speaking skills, aiming to ensure that participants are able to express themselves in English after completing the program....
Today (11.10.2025), the third-level Kurdish language course started at the Akademy for those interested in learning Kurdish. The course is taught by Muzaffer Duman. Instruction is based on the textbook Hînker 3, along with additional supplementary materials. After completing the course, students are expected to both improve their language proficiency and gain deeper knowledge of...
