The Advocates for Indigenous California Language Survival is a Native-run & led organization devoted to implementing and supporting the revitalization of indigenous California languages.

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The Advocates for Indigenous California Language Survival is a Native-run & led organization devoted to implementing and supporting the revitalization of indigenous California languages.

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Breath of Life 2026 Applications Are Open!

Apply to the Institute as a Community Researcher if you are from a California Indigenous tribe and planning to attend Breath of Life to research your own language. Community Researchers are usually paired with a Linguistic Partner, if needed, to assist in acquiring language documentation and learn linguistic skills.

Use this application to sign up as a Linguistic Partner.

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