{"id":5934,"date":"2026-08-27T13:52:04","date_gmt":"2026-08-27T13:52:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edomaye.com\/?p=5934"},"modified":"2026-08-27T13:52:05","modified_gmt":"2026-08-27T13:52:05","slug":"the-edomaye-legacy-newsletter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edomaye.com\/fr\/the-edomaye-legacy-newsletter\/","title":{"rendered":"THE \u1eb8DOMAYE LEGACY NEWSLETTER"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Preserving Our Language. Protecting Our Heritage. Building Our Future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ISSUE 01 | AUGUST 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>FROM THE FOUNDER<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dear Friends, Supporters, Researchers, Teachers, Parents, Learners and Lovers of Benin Heritage,<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Welcome to the first edition of the \u1eb8domaye Legacy Newsletter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u1eb8domaye Legacy Foundation exists because our language, history and cultural heritage deserve to be preserved, properly documented and passed confidently from one generation to the next.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our work is not simply about looking backward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is about using the strength of our heritage to BUILD THE FUTURE.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Through Edo\/Benin language education, cultural research, publications, digital learning and community programmes, we are building an educational legacy that can serve our people and introduce the richness of the GREAT BENIN KINGDOM to the wider world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our guiding principle remains:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ONLY THE BEST IS GOOD ENOUGH FOR \u1eb8DOMAYE LEGACY FOUNDATION.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Forward ever, backward never.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Otodede James Ibieorutomwen<br>Founder \/ Executive Director<br>\u1eb8domaye Legacy Foundation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udde3\ufe0f EDO LANGUAGE CORNER<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>WHY OUR LANGUAGE MATTERS<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A language is more than a means of communication.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It carries the memories, worldview, values, wisdom and identity of a people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That is why \u1eb8domaye is committed to encouraging the proper learning, teaching, documentation and preservation of the Edo\/Benin language.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our educational materials are being developed with attention to proper Edo orthography and are intended to make learning accessible to children, young people, adults, teachers and members of the Benin community worldwide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>OUR MESSAGE IS SIMPLE:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Learn the language.<br>Speak the language.<br>Teach the language.<br>Preserve the language.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83c\udfdb\ufe0f BENIN HERITAGE WATCH<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>THE GREAT BENIN KINGDOM<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The history and achievements of the Benin Kingdom form an important part of Africa&#8217;s heritage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u1eb8domaye continues to document and communicate aspects of Benin history, heritage, architecture, language and cultural achievements through educational content and publications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Among our recent heritage work is our publication on the GREAT BENIN EARTHWORKS (IYA) and the wider effort to bring greater attention to the monumental achievements of the Benin people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our objective is not merely to celebrate the past.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is to RESEARCH IT, DOCUMENT IT, TEACH IT AND PRESERVE IT FOR THE FUTURE.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83c\udf93 \u1eb8DOMAYE DIGITAL ACADEMY<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>BUILDING THE FUTURE OF EDO LANGUAGE &amp; HERITAGE EDUCATION<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The \u1eb8domaye Digital Academy is being developed as an important part of our educational vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Academy brings together digital learning, Edo\/Benin language education and cultural heritage in a format designed for today&#8217;s learners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our programmes will progressively cover:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Edo\/Benin language<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vocabulary and pronunciation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Numerals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Proverbs and cultural expressions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Benin history<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cultural heritage<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Educational resources<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Digital learning opportunities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The vision is clear:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>MAKE QUALITY EDO\/BENIN LANGUAGE AND HERITAGE EDUCATION ACCESSIBLE BEYOND THE CLASSROOM AND BEYOND GEOGRAPHICAL BOUNDARIES.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udcda RESEARCH &amp; PUBLICATIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u1eb8domaye Legacy Foundation is building a growing body of educational and cultural publications covering:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Benin History &amp; Oba Lineage<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Legends &amp; Myths of Benin<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Edo Language<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Benin Heritage &amp; Earthworks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Edo Proverbs &amp; Idioms<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Educational and teaching resources<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>We are also developing structured learning materials, including the \u1eb8domaye Academy Textbook Series, teacher resources and assessment materials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our long-term objective is to create a reliable body of resources that students, teachers, researchers and future generations can use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udce2 21-DAY DIGITAL TRAINING<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>FREE SMARTPHONE GRAPHICS DESIGN &amp; VIDEO EDITING TRAINING<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u1eb8domaye Legacy Foundation is also using digital skills to empower people to become creators rather than merely consumers of technology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The FREE 21-DAY SMARTPHONE GRAPHICS DESIGN &amp; VIDEO EDITING TRAINING demonstrates this commitment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Participants can learn how to use their smartphones as creative tools for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Graphics design<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Video editing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Digital content creation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Communication<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Personal development<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>NO COMPUTER. NO EXPERIENCE. JUST YOUR SMARTPHONE.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83c\udf0d OUR OUTREACH<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u1eb8domaye&#8217;s work increasingly involves engagement with educational, cultural and research institutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We are pursuing collaborations that can strengthen:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Edo language education<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Academic research<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cultural documentation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Teacher development<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Heritage preservation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Youth empowerment<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Our approach is simple:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>BUILD PARTNERSHIPS.<br>BUILD KNOWLEDGE.<br>BUILD CAPACITY.<br>BUILD LEGACY.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2764\ufe0f HOW YOU CAN SUPPORT THE MISSION<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You do not have to be a researcher, teacher or historian to contribute.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can help by:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>LEARNING \u2014 Learn Edo\/Benin language and encourage others to learn.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>TEACHING \u2014 Share what you know with children and young people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>SHARING \u2014 Share \u1eb8domaye educational and heritage content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>SUPPORTING \u2014 Support programmes that advance language and heritage education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>CONNECTING \u2014 Introduce \u1eb8domaye to educators, researchers, institutions and organisations that share the vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Every contribution helps preserve a piece of our collective heritage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udd14 WHAT&#8217;S NEXT<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>More Edo language lessons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>More Benin history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>More heritage research.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>More educational resources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>More digital learning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>More collaborations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>More opportunities for our people to learn, create and preserve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This newsletter will keep you informed as the journey continues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>OUR VISION<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>PRESERVE THE LANGUAGE.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>DOCUMENT THE HERITAGE.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>EDUCATE THE NEXT GENERATION.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>BUILD THE FUTURE.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u1eb8DOMAYE = WE ARE IN BENIN.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>THE GREAT BENIN KINGDOM<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Forward ever, backward never.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>STAY CONNECTED<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u1eb8domaye Legacy Foundation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Website: Edomaye.com<br>Email: edomayelegacyproject@gmail.com<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow and share our educational work through our official digital platforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thank you for being part of the \u1eb8domaye journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u1eb8domaye Legacy Foundation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Preserving Our Language. Protecting Our Heritage. Building Our Future.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Preserving Our Language. Protecting Our Heritage. Building Our Future. ISSUE 01 | AUGUST 2026 FROM THE FOUNDER Dear Friends, Supporters, Researchers, Teachers, Parents, Learners and Lovers of Benin Heritage, Welcome to the first edition of the \u1eb8domaye Legacy Newsletter. \u1eb8domaye Legacy Foundation exists because our language, history and cultural heritage deserve to be preserved, properly documented and passed confidently from one generation to the next. Our work is not simply about looking backward. It is about using the strength of our heritage to BUILD THE FUTURE. Through Edo\/Benin language education, cultural research, publications, digital learning and community programmes, we are building an educational legacy that can serve our people and introduce the richness of the GREAT BENIN KINGDOM to the wider world. Our guiding principle remains: ONLY THE BEST IS GOOD ENOUGH FOR \u1eb8DOMAYE LEGACY FOUNDATION. Forward ever, backward never. Otodede James IbieorutomwenFounder \/ Executive Director\u1eb8domaye Legacy Foundation \ud83d\udde3\ufe0f EDO LANGUAGE CORNER WHY OUR LANGUAGE MATTERS A language is more than a means of communication. It carries the memories, worldview, values, wisdom and identity of a people. That is why \u1eb8domaye is committed to encouraging the proper learning, teaching, documentation and preservation of the Edo\/Benin language. Our educational materials are being developed with attention to proper Edo orthography and are intended to make learning accessible to children, young people, adults, teachers and members of the Benin community worldwide. OUR MESSAGE IS SIMPLE: Learn the language.Speak the language.Teach the language.Preserve the language. \ud83c\udfdb\ufe0f BENIN HERITAGE WATCH THE GREAT BENIN KINGDOM The history and achievements of the Benin Kingdom form an important part of Africa&#8217;s heritage. \u1eb8domaye continues to document and communicate aspects of Benin history, heritage, architecture, language and cultural achievements through educational content and publications. Among our recent heritage work is our publication on the GREAT BENIN EARTHWORKS (IYA) and the wider effort to bring greater attention to the monumental achievements of the Benin people. Our objective is not merely to celebrate the past. It is to RESEARCH IT, DOCUMENT IT, TEACH IT AND PRESERVE IT FOR THE FUTURE. \ud83c\udf93 \u1eb8DOMAYE DIGITAL ACADEMY BUILDING THE FUTURE OF EDO LANGUAGE &amp; HERITAGE EDUCATION The \u1eb8domaye Digital Academy is being developed as an important part of our educational vision. The Academy brings together digital learning, Edo\/Benin language education and cultural heritage in a format designed for today&#8217;s learners. Our programmes will progressively cover: The vision is clear: MAKE QUALITY EDO\/BENIN LANGUAGE AND HERITAGE EDUCATION ACCESSIBLE BEYOND THE CLASSROOM AND BEYOND GEOGRAPHICAL BOUNDARIES. \ud83d\udcda RESEARCH &amp; PUBLICATIONS \u1eb8domaye Legacy Foundation is building a growing body of educational and cultural publications covering: We are also developing structured learning materials, including the \u1eb8domaye Academy Textbook Series, teacher resources and assessment materials. Our long-term objective is to create a reliable body of resources that students, teachers, researchers and future generations can use. \ud83d\udce2 21-DAY DIGITAL TRAINING FREE SMARTPHONE GRAPHICS DESIGN &amp; VIDEO EDITING TRAINING \u1eb8domaye Legacy Foundation is also using digital skills to empower people to become creators rather than merely consumers of technology. The FREE 21-DAY SMARTPHONE GRAPHICS DESIGN &amp; VIDEO EDITING TRAINING demonstrates this commitment. Participants can learn how to use their smartphones as creative tools for: NO COMPUTER. NO EXPERIENCE. JUST YOUR SMARTPHONE. \ud83c\udf0d OUR OUTREACH \u1eb8domaye&#8217;s work increasingly involves engagement with educational, cultural and research institutions. We are pursuing collaborations that can strengthen: Our approach is simple: BUILD PARTNERSHIPS.BUILD KNOWLEDGE.BUILD CAPACITY.BUILD LEGACY. \u2764\ufe0f HOW YOU CAN SUPPORT THE MISSION You do not have to be a researcher, teacher or historian to contribute. You can help by: LEARNING \u2014 Learn Edo\/Benin language and encourage others to learn. TEACHING \u2014 Share what you know with children and young people. SHARING \u2014 Share \u1eb8domaye educational and heritage content. SUPPORTING \u2014 Support programmes that advance language and heritage education. CONNECTING \u2014 Introduce \u1eb8domaye to educators, researchers, institutions and organisations that share the vision. Every contribution helps preserve a piece of our collective heritage. \ud83d\udd14 WHAT&#8217;S NEXT More Edo language lessons. More Benin history. More heritage research. More educational resources. More digital learning. More collaborations. More opportunities for our people to learn, create and preserve. This newsletter will keep you informed as the journey continues. OUR VISION PRESERVE THE LANGUAGE. DOCUMENT THE HERITAGE. EDUCATE THE NEXT GENERATION. BUILD THE FUTURE. \u1eb8DOMAYE = WE ARE IN BENIN. THE GREAT BENIN KINGDOM Forward ever, backward never. STAY CONNECTED \u1eb8domaye Legacy Foundation Website: Edomaye.comEmail: edomayelegacyproject@gmail.com Follow and share our educational work through our official digital platforms. Thank you for being part of the \u1eb8domaye journey. \u1eb8domaye Legacy Foundation Preserving Our Language. Protecting Our Heritage. 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