Catalan School in Northern Catalonia Fights for Survival

Catalan Language School in Northern Catalonia Faces Financial Crisis Northern Catalonia, France – La Bressola, a network of Catalan-language immersion schools, is facing a financial crisis, according to its president, Guillem Nivet. In a recent interview with ElNacional.cat, Nivet highlighted the school's precarious economic situation and launched an appeal for donations to ensure its survival. "We are not just a language school; we are a school of the country," Nivet stated, emphasizing the cultural significance of La Bressola in maintaining Catalan identity in a region where the language has historically been suppressed. The school, founded in 1976, has played a crucial role in preserving the Catalan language in the face of historical oppression, including periods where the language was banned by the French state. Nivet's interview underscores the ongoing struggle to preserve Catalan in Northern Catalonia and the importance of the school's work in countering the decline of the language. The financial difficulties faced by La Bressola reflect the broader challenges faced by Catalan-language initiatives in the region. However, the school's commitment to language preservation and its appeal for support offers a hopeful symbol of resilience and the enduring strength of Catalan culture.