1. Biosffer Dyfi Biosphere Iaith a Diwylliant / Language & Culture Peter Jones Manager of Celtica Not the Guru on Language & Culture Passionate Introduction

2. Biosffer Dyfi Biosphere Iaith a Diwylliant / Language & Culture Brief overview of language & culture Stimulate constructive discussion The Task

3. Biosffer Dyfi Biosphere Iaith a Diwylliant / Language & Culture Part culture Language Language driven activities USP Culture Defined

4. Biosffer Dyfi Biosphere Iaith a Diwylliant / Language & Culture Conservation – to preserve Genetic resources Species Ecosystems LANDSCAPES Development – to foster sustainable economic and human development Logistic – support research, monitoring, education and information exchange related to local, national and global issues of conservation and development Objectives of the Biosphere

5. Biosffer Dyfi Biosphere Iaith a Diwylliant / Language & Culture Strong indigenous base Numerous activities – in Welsh and others Diversity BUT 3 distinct sectors Lack of crossover Cultural Audit

6. Biosffer Dyfi Biosphere Iaith a Diwylliant / Language & Culture Natural Habitat Movement of people Breaking Down Barriers Holistic approach Areas for Consideration

7. Biosffer Dyfi Biosphere Iaith a Diwylliant / Language & Culture The human contribution to the Landscape Proactively nurture Cultural diversity Seek a balance Give the Welsh Language its natural status as a LIVING LANGUAGE Conclusion