# Macedonian language and culture preservation efforts > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/macedonian-language-and-culture-preservation-efforts > Updated: 2026-08-22T17:01:06.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2. Efforts to preserve and promote the Macedonian language and culture have been observed through both community-based education and academic diplomacy. In Croatia, a week-long summer school in Selce hosted approximately 40 children for language classes, cultural workshops, and history lessons. Organizers, including the Macedonian Cultural Society Ilinden, emphasized the program’s role in preserving national identity and fostering cultural exchange. Concurrently, academic initiatives in Skopje have focused on international affirmation through the International Seminar for Macedonian Language, Literature, and Culture. Hosted by Ss. Cyril and Methodius University, the seminar has utilized cultural diplomacy to connect scholars and writers. This includes bilateral cooperation with Bulgarian cultural figures and support from the Macedonian Cultural and Information Center in Sofia to deepen scientific and literary ties between the two nations. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-22: Macedonistics seminar promotes cultural diplomacy in Skopje The International Seminar for Macedonian Language, Literature, and Culture in Skopje promotes cultural diplomacy and academic cooperation between Macedonian and Bulgarian scholars and writers. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/macedonistics-seminar-promotes-cultural-diplomacy-in-skopje ### 2026-08-01: Macedonian Language Summer School Brings 40 Children to Selce, Croatia A Macedonian community summer school in Selce, Croatia hosted 40 children for language and cultural workshops, open to all and aimed at preserving the language. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/macedonian-language-summer-school-brings-40-children-to-selce-croatia --- Cite as: Macedonian language and culture preservation efforts. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/macedonian-language-and-culture-preservation-efforts