Critical Questions

On Language Policy and Global Development

Is it possible to envision a model of bilingualism in Colombia that strengthens indigenous languages ​​without sacrificing access to English as the lingua franca of science, technology, and diplomacy?

What risks exist for Colombia's international competitiveness if the emphasis on English is reduced in favor exclusively of indigenous languages?

On Linguistic Justice and Decoloniality

To what extent can the promotion of indigenous languages ​​be interpreted as an act of historical justice and decoloniality?

How can we prevent these types of initiatives from becoming symbolic or "ornamental" policies without a real impact on indigenous communities?

On Education and Curricular Relevance

What role should bilingual education play in Colombia: preparing citizens for the global market or strengthening local cultural identities?

Can a curriculum be developed that integrates English, indigenous languages, and Spanish in an equitable and viable manner?

On Technology and Science

What alternatives would Colombia have to avoid relying exclusively on English as the language of science, considering that more than 90% of high-impact academic publications are in that language?

Is it realistic to consider creating an academic network in Spanish or indigenous languages ​​that could compete with the hegemony of English?

On Policy Design

What are the consequences of President Petro's proposal lacking the participation of experts in applied linguistics, language planning, and second language teaching?

To what extent should language policy decisions respond to technical criteria and not solely ideological ones?

On the Future of Bilingualism in Colombia

How could Colombia build a model of multilingualism that combines the need for global development with the preservation of local linguistic diversity?

What international examples could serve as a reference for balancing English and indigenous languages ​​in state policies (e.g., New Zealand with Maori and English, Paraguay with Guarani and Spanish)?