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Championing language education to create deeper connections.

Meet the Next Generation of Language Educators!

The 2024 Class of Teacher Scholars have graduated and are entering the classroom! Learn more about their pathways to the profession, academic decisions, future plans, and more!

20%

of Americans speak a language other than English at home.

90%

of U.S. employers demand multilingual talent in their workforce.

44

U.S. states report a shortage of language educators.

Programs & Initiatives

Public Education

Language education is critical to our collective future. Our efforts ensure that those outside the profession fully understand its value.

Scholarships & Awards

Language teachers are underpaid and under-funded. We support and recognize educators to help fill those gaps.

Research

LCF supports and shares broadly the results of cutting-edge language education research initiatives.

The Latest in Multilingualism

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Robby: Ambulatory Care Pharmacist Leading with Spanish

Language learning has shaped Robby's life and career—opening doors to new ways to serve the patients he works with, and even shaping the music he listens to and the food he eats! Read more about some of the many opportunities available to multilinguals in the healthcare field.

    • Professional Profiles

5 Questions for an Interactive Media Arts Major in Shanghai

A speaker of English, Mandarin Chinese, Chinese Sign Language, French, Spanish, Thai, and a learner of Korean, Sophia is a recent graduate of NYU Shanghai and looks forward to continuing language learning for the rest of her life.

Liz: Instructional Coach for School Leaders

Bilingual educator Liz transforms challenges from her own school years into inspiration. From teaching bilingual Kindergarten to supporting educators with tools for equitable classrooms, Liz uplifts English Learners by celebrating their cultural identities. Read her story!

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How to Support LCF

Language learning opens doors, strengthens communities, and boosts the economy. As a champion of language education, your support empowers others.

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Partners in Language Education

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