The linguistic equity strand aims to explore linguistic diversity in the classroom and the need to provide an equitable access to learning experiences for all students. This strand will explore how schools can support multilingual learners and how to ensure that their linguistic identities and cultural backgrounds are valued within our curricula. Additionally, this strand will examine ways to dismantle language-based barriers to educational access and opportunities, and how to create more inclusive learning environments that promote linguistic and cultural diversity. Topics covered may include culturally responsive teaching practices, language policies, bilingual education, and supporting emergent bilinguals.
Keynote
Language Equity: Redefining our Language Learning Practices to Empower Multilinguals
In this session, participants will connect with the experiences of our communities as language learners and explore how translanguaging approaches promote language equity in multilingual environments.
Duration: 40min

Panel
Spotlight on Linguistic Equity in International Schools
Ceci will lead a panel of teachers of MLLs and leaders of international schools to tackle some of the big questions around linguistic equity practices in their communities.
Participants: Tatiana Kladova, Jessica Davis – Panel led by Ceci
Duration: 20min

