Championing language education to create deeper connections.
Connect Students to the World!
We've launched a Summer 2024 peer-to-peer fundraising campaign to support language teachers and their students.
Your contribution of any amount—including small monthly donations—helps inspire and develop tomorrow's global citizens. Please join us and share this effort with your network.
U.S. Demand for Languages
of Americans speak a language other than English at home.
of U.S. employers demand multilingual talent in their workforce.
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
5 Questions for Siblings who Speak English, Spanish & Mandarin
Future physicians from Texas, MIT Computer Science & Cognition major Jada and high school Spanish student Jake share about their language journeys as individuals and siblings. Learn more about their recent projects as learners and advocates.
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- Student Voices,
- Testimonial Interviews
Tetsu: Pharmaceutical Consultant Leading with Japanese, French, Mandarin & more!
The founder of TETSUNAGI Consulting, Inc., Tetsu has built a career around leveraging his language and cultural skills. Hear his advice for learners about the benefit of combining languages with your passions and knowledge base.
Elena: World Language Educator, Teacher Trainer & Language Assessment Specialist
Elena teaches German, Russian & English, and she is learning French. Explore her advice for aspiring teachers and what teaching a language means to her.
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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