CeLM Public Lecture: Celebrating Multilingualism

Monday, 12 March 2018

Speaking more than one language promotes multiple identities, but not everyone sees multilingualism this way – especially when language policy causes a negative impact on the lives of multilingual speakers.

All of this raises critical questions for researchers, policymakers, practitioners and individual multilingual speakers about the role of language learning in fostering a multilingual world.

In December 2017, the Salzburg Global Seminar Series hosted representatives from the spheres of policy, academia, civil society and business, representing over 25 countries, to look at the importance of language policy and practice from three perspectives – the individual, the state, and market and society – and examine how language learning can help integration, international relations and employment opportunities. The outcome of these discussions, the Salzburg Statement on Multilingualism and Integration launched around the world on International Mother Language Day, 21 February 2018.

On Tuesday 13 March (7.30–9.00pm, Van Emden lecture theatre, Edith Morley), we invite you to the Celebrating Multilingualism public lecture, where the everyday effects of the Salzburg Statement will be discussed by a panel of experts. 

The event will be of particular interest to bilingual families, teachers, interpreters, counsellors, and professionals who work with bilingual families. Admission is free – please visit the events listing to book your place.