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Language Advocacy Resource Center

Greater access to high-quality language learning at the local, state, and federal levels leads to closer communities, a stronger economy, and greater national security.

Every time we raise our voices in support of the educators, programs, and policies that promote language learning, we are serving as advocates for language education—and every voice makes a difference.

Tips for Grassroots Language Advocacy

Generating support for local programs and the policies that bolster language education at the state and federal levels starts very close to home! Explore these actionable ways to be a language champion right from your classroom.

Language Advocacy Research Toolbox

Where to begin? Just a few starting places could include…

Making Languages Our Business

Findings demonstrate that language skills are in urgent and rising demand among U.S. employers across industries and functions. Learn why 90 percent of U.S. employers say they rely on individuals with language skills -- and explore seven actionable takeaways for business.

Support Local Language Programs

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Start a Language Program

No language program in your local school? You can take charge and learn how to start one.

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Expand a Language Program

If you're looking for ways to help grow your school's current program, we have tips to make your job easier.

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Save a Language Program

Is your language program in danger of being cut due to budget constraints or other factors? Here are tips to help.