On May 22nd, 2024, a significant event took place on Capitol Hill, hosted by the Uyghur Academy, United States Institute of Peace, Campaign for Uyghurs, Center For Uyghur Studies, and the Uyghur Transitional Justice Database. Held in Washington D.C., the event was titled “Preservation of Language and the Current Uyghur Genocide Visualized in 3D.”
This gathering aimed to underscore the efforts of the Uyghur diaspora to combat the cultural and linguistic erasure imposed by the Chinese government. One of the key highlights was the launch of new Uyghur language textbooks, a crucial initiative designed to preserve and promote Uyghur heritage and culture amidst ongoing repression.
Additionally, the event featured the innovative 3D visualization work of the Uyghur Transitional Justice Database. This powerful visual tool brought to life the brutal reality of concentration camps and forced labor camps in East Turkistan, aligning with the second anniversary of the release of the groundbreaking Xinjiang Police Files report.
The event successfully highlighted the resilience and determination of the Uyghur community in preserving their cultural identity and raising awareness about the atrocities being committed against them. It also served as a reminder of the ongoing need for international support and intervention to address these human rights violations.
