Hein Eersel

Linguist and Minister of Education in Suriname

Hein Eersel - Linguist and Minister of Education in Suriname
Born

June 9th, 1922
102 years ago

Died

2022
3 years ago — 100 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Suriname

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A prominent linguist and educator, this individual served as Minister of Education in Suriname, playing a crucial role in shaping educational policies. Contributions to linguistic studies in the region highlight the importance of language in cultural identity and education. Under leadership, significant reforms and initiatives were undertaken to improve the education system, addressing both the needs of students and teachers. In addition to governmental work, involvement in linguistic research produced notable publications that explored the complexities of local languages.

Served as Minister of Education in Suriname

Contributed to linguistic research and publications

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