Iryna Farion
Ukrainian linguist and politician
Born
1964
61 years ago
Died
July 19th, 2024
0 years ago — 60 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Ukraine
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Served in the Ukrainian parliament and contributed to language policy in Ukraine. Emphasized the importance of the Ukrainian language in education and public life. Participated in various initiatives advocating for linguistic rights and the promotion of the Ukrainian language. Held strong views on national identity and linguistic heritage, influencing language-related legislation.
Served as a member of the Ukrainian parliament
Advocated for the Ukrainian language's role in education and policy
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