"Critical Role of Refugee Languages in Integration" - 15/6 (Inburgering en integratie - kijken over de grens)
Free conference and a ticket from Amsterdam with KLM or Easyjet is less then 100 euro! And you can play tourist afterwards. Critical Role of Refugee Languages in Integration by Bilingualism Matters - University of Edinburgh Friday 15 June 13:00 - 15:00 Refugee languages are not an obstacle to integration; instead they provide continuity amidst upheaval and disruption, whilst playing a supporting role in English learning. Bilingualism Matters presents expert talks by high-profile researchers and testimonials from young refugee learners, followed by a round-table discussion with local community organisers and ESOL providers. Bilingualism Matters is a centre at the University of Edinburgh, founded by Professor Antonella Sorace, which reaches out to communities and institutions to help them make informed decisions based on scientific research about bilingualism and language learning. The Bilingualism Matters Refugee Working Group focuses on the welcoming and ...