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<h1 class="gmail-article-headline">International call for multilingualism and language rights to be valued, protected and promoted</h1>
<h2 class="gmail-subheadline"><span>On International Mother Languages Day,
Salzburg Global Fellows call on educators, businesses and governments
to promote language diversity as a global norm.</span></h2>
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<em><time datetime="2018-02-21T06:00:00Z">February 21, 2018 01:00</time> ET</em>
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<p>SALZBURG, Austria, Feb. 21, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In a world
with more than 7,000 languages but where 23 languages dominate,
linguists, academics, policymakers, and business leaders have come
together to call for an uptake in policies that value multilingualism
and language rights as part of a new Salzburg Statement.</p> <p><em>“In
today’s interconnected world, the ability to speak multiple languages
and communicate across linguistic divides is a critical skill. Even
partial knowledge of more than one language is beneficial. Proficiency
in additional languages is a new kind of global literacy. Language
learning needs to be expanded for all – young and old.</em></p> <p><em>“However,
millions of people across the globe are denied the inherent right to
maintain, enjoy and develop their languages of identity and community.
This injustice needs to be corrected in language policies that support
multilingual societies and individuals.</em><em> </em></p> <p><em>“We,
the participants of Salzburg Global Seminar’s session on Springboard
for Talent: Language Learning and Integration in a Globalized World,
call for policies that value and uphold multilingualism and language
rights.” </em></p> <p>The<em> Salzburg Statement for a Multilingual World</em>, launched on <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=fXgn2Q0xoIHvbh8sZVr5PxZEBfXRPTm-S-p5IZA8r6HeXMoqE9rDg2xIaM_4-25BCjn0PJPgKnNLVr5PfxwGtXo-CTRQa_IhrgRxdcsGSyoBpABZFcPOcUaR2lioF7FHh7-SglpQ794XuzqtHb7FGg==" rel="nofollow" target="_blank" title="International Mother Language Day">International Mother Language Day</a> (February
21), offers clear recommendations on policy making, teaching, learning,
translation and interpreting. The Statement calls on all stakeholders
to act, which includes researchers and teachers; community workers,
civil society and non-governmental organizations; cultural and media
voices; governments and public officials; business and commercial
interests; aid and development agencies; and foundations and trusts.</p> <p><em>“In
their unique way, each of these stakeholder groups can embrace and
support multilingualism for social progress, social justice, and
participatory citizenship. Together, we can take action to safeguard the
cultural and knowledge treasure house of multilingualism for future
generations.</em><em>”</em></p> <p>The full Statement – in English and multiple other languages – is available in full online: <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=uaeaJQHncYX_ms60BuE9ptIQntEkyUE3XLJVJPR1OZinmKfwANDYV2RwwlIYd7Pmntihjk8sz2fW3olnYYU33cgiYmcomTJbUZ3vxl3QbnkWmDefW1iCOQJyVM9DTt9x0NKO0XhN9xT_3AeNCT0UXG3KAV4H9ACj_9XzFCLRndJuDMyEKcp34epMzhfmaSB2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank" title="www.salzburgglobal.org/go/statements/multilingualworld">www.salzburgglobal.org/go/statements/multilingualworld</a></p> <p>The
Statement and its recommendations were co-drafted by an expert group of
over 40 Fellows (participants) of the Salzburg Global Seminar session, <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=_nmL9eP8kSwGgrWpV7AAet_OdND9Z4Nw56W4buWjadT3rpazRlpzzY_iGJp26qKACgcan1Hl881JjcM07JE2rOPQWmFveu7fIYAwP3pIRL7F2tAs9SA3rHIqzacEgjwsJfnv3VXEFEgwOF8mYopxxkHUK8fPq-KN4jcYXEoS03Qhr9dKZLyzmvVUM9VZJFXiHwTXq9_wlZ7NUdwSTBf5Kt7rqarotWg1S3lj3eUlVz8=" rel="nofollow" target="_blank" title=""><em>Springboard for Talent: Language Learning and Integration in a Globalized World</em></a>, which took place December 12-17, 2017, in Salzburg, Austria. </p> <p>This session, held in partnership with <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=wn-5Gs8YfqgphoNtnnJQx4ZNSUt9YHy8OUwqNL-L-KcoyyXxStzy7dXVhWSQLkEC" rel="nofollow" target="_blank" title="ETS">ETS</a>, <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=dELMYnkWHwlBUcTfAd1LVqgDZfC0MDyoD-dEpdXalx-ANdBU_e_vnX24fNwrfLsdvD4WqV1ti404iosVEyZ7HXfrDiiILa0y9IX86-XM-Ro=" rel="nofollow" target="_blank" title="Qatar Foundational International">Qatar Foundational International</a> and <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=PvTXf0nseRw9lVYQJybUqAsmaFEmSSi6lk4sPmwTHL6hv5Fcz_GlV2QPP8e2I2oC955--iFOkbDo5w3LLd22DQ==" rel="nofollow" target="_blank" title="Microsoft">Microsoft</a>,
is in line with Salzburg Global’s overarching mission to challenge
current and future leaders to shape a better world. It featured as part
of the organization’s multi-year series<a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=afLHYZN09f_qNjG4WlxIeeHR7GErZL6z3ivuarwohF3yen_9EwrLW5R1-zTidW4dXPRSnNhXnPvtb2DK9m9l00xlSm6FdGxrsJFSN9McA56s5EgEspywiCB2h1FRrsR4PgMsb4eMmK0P0ZLy2vUWCA==" rel="nofollow" target="_blank" title=""><em>Education for Tomorrow’s World.</em></a></p> <p>During the five-day session at <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=WV8bJ-3ya13DatDvlfi_sRINq0gEwq2nePQLASECa4yhZ8LBxj6rojg-574wg49lfCzP-6Gy8VYy7xSwebPrrIgUn8IUQnRWADtoymQWstg=" rel="nofollow" target="_blank" title="Schloss Leopoldskron">Schloss Leopoldskron</a>,
Fellows across multiple sectors collaborated and reflected on the
importance and implications of national language policies; the role of
language in creating social cohesion; strategies for language teaching;
the advantages of multilingualism in the workplace; and the importance
of linguistic diversity and language rights vis-à-vis the <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=XrYpy0a0sPUebGlTjvgp5GZMA0t2PSOEn6_hF-JI-kBmZAxr3IVJiKC7Pyiw2gXPeZOAqjKmWppuRBTkNyUNK-_cF8dcAGSow4QrQcwvD_pjwosquP7QY8nFARpPhtnSFESjv983Ca2SaVcSjpBitw==" rel="nofollow" target="_blank" title="Sustainable Development Goal on Education">Sustainable Development Goal on Education</a>.</p> <p>To
coincide with International Mother Language Day, the Statement has been
translated into more than a dozen languages, with many more in
progress. All translations have been provided through the goodwill and
voluntary efforts of the Fellows and their colleagues.</p> <p><strong>About Salzburg Global Seminar</strong></p> <p>Salzburg
Global Seminar is an independent non-profit organization founded in
1947 to challenge current and future leaders to shape a better world.
Our multi-year programs aim to bridge divides, transform systems and
expand collaborations.</p> <p>Salzburg Global convenes outstanding
talent across generations, cultures and sectors to inspire new thinking
and action, and to connect local innovators with global resources. We
foster lasting networks and partnerships for creative, just and
sustainable change.</p> <p>Over 36,000 Fellows from more than 170
countries have come together through our work, with many rising to
senior leadership positions. Our historic home at Schloss Leopoldskron
in Salzburg, Austria – now also an award-winning hotel – allows us to
welcome all participants in conditions of trust and openness.</p> <p>For more information, please visit: <a href="http://www.SalzburgGlobal.org">www.SalzburgGlobal.org</a></p> <p>For further information on the session, <em>Springboard for Talent: Language Learning and Integration in a Globalized World, </em>please visit: <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=uaeaJQHncYX_ms60BuE9ptIQntEkyUE3XLJVJPR1OZgiV0kliGGI3KZ4zqakQ5Trm9g1__dO9ndmspcEQQYsj7QxACV-BxF-0NRDGntum5PJ8jFXAmu1DMSKIX2RUoG_" rel="nofollow" target="_blank" title="www.salzburgglobal.org/go/586">www.salzburgglobal.org/go/586</a></p> <p>For further information on the multi-year series, Education for Tomorrow’s World, please visit: <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=oIzdKtI0d89UNRknyQ7BeuXddW4fZ83rC0aK9xtdG1zMwlJEPeHBMiJCI3RO5UQ55ULasl1QQEHCEofhud6e81hV62ao8DExDTh51tQfyDUBPf2aU934WNHdwwuNlqfR" rel="nofollow" target="_blank" title="education.salzburgglobal.org">education.salzburgglobal.org</a></p><p> Attachments: </p><p> A photo accompanying this announcement is available at <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=PGkh41-ILb5Kf-E2uwbIb-aW8Z6n7EAwBD2ADXkz05b5qTItBwQya-f7SF3dbAyZfepx6szxyVgVRgSV_uuAwfNH5Dhxi7YGOhkzepkiTBAoO_uMAp0xLwlLIc6Ivw9RvCAYoGR7jlzJssjc_7MNsxQ6skAJaCErj7fTNZD8DtsmMvZiS08qYl5rRU1erRpllo88dGq-q5au_4FRk9nxzMJqdDbnQ30USjEIqnr1aof4WxGi_MpVerbkVH3KsX75KThwQvCinfItN_WdzM2teQ==" rel="nofollow" target="_blank" title="">http://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/ef7fb43e-c644-4c42-8d25-f1c347b0415e</a></p> <pre>Dominic Regester, Program Director at Salzburg Global Seminar
Salzburg Global Seminar
+43 662 839 8345
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Thomas Biebl, Director of Marketing and Communications
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