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Lyle James, a lifelong advocate for the Lingít language, turned his own late-starting journey into a mission to teach over a thousand students in Juneau—creating a judgment-free space where mistakes are celebrated and curiosity is key. Inspired by elders and sparked by his wife’s encouragement, he embraced teaching full-time, even as a student himself, proving that passion and humility can transform language learning into a powerful cultural revival.

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