OpenAI and Indigenous Language

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I am using OpenAI and word embedding to research the Mi’kmaq language. I am currently evaluating vector similarity using cosine similarity. The intent is to find similarities in meaning and vector similarity. This is a passion project in an effort to preserve my native language by leveraging AI.

Any suggestions or comment is greatly appreciated.

https://github.com/AdieLaine/Mikmaq-Language-Embedding

Update
I wrote a long-form post on Twitter detailing the process.

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I actually e-mailed my local tribal representative about using LLMs to help preserve the Mi’kmaq language!

They never got back to me… :frowning:

Definitely gonna follow your repository, though!

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Super cool and important work. Good luck. Let us know how you might benefit from additional support. Maybe someone in the community here can help.

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Thank you. I am currently compiling all the words in the Mi’kmaq language. I’ll certainly tap into the community for help. I appreciate the support.

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I appreciate the support. I added a Twitter link in the original post, detailing the process.

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Dear MadieLaine
We were delighted when we came across Lnu-AI - your AI LLM to preserve indigenous language(s).

I represent Hecho Por Nosotros (HXN), a NGO based in Buenos Aires which is exploring a similar project. The project team - which is still seeking a tech/AI anchor would like to understand this project more especially. We are at the MVP stage and every bit of insight from you regarding an indigenous language LLM would be very helpful.

I also take this opportunity to invite you to join us for the online side event hosted by HXN - the UN High-Level Political Forum 2025 session on Jul 14, 2025

The event is focused on various topics around How AI can help artisanal communities. It would be great if you could join Nelly P Garcia-Lopez., Assistant Professor, Universidad de los Andes, and a few more experts in an interactive breakaway session where we are addressing AI solutions to preserve indigenous wisdom , including traditional creative art forms

Apologies for the short notice, but I just got your links in a google search. ( this is kinda a shout into the void!) Please do share an email address where I can share more details

Looking forward to hearing from you
Thank you
Shobha Ramani
shobha.ramani.hxn@gmail.com

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