What we do
What we do
– help children acquire, develop, and maintain all their languages;
– give research-based advice on raising bilingual children;
– advance the understanding of the benefits of bilingualism and multilingualism;
– promote language equality and diversity.
For whom
– bilingual and multilingual families;
– professionals working with them;
– educational institutions;
– refugee and immigrant organisations;
– policymakers.
How
– create free and low-cost publications and other materials;
– train Bilingual Family Specialists to deliver talks, workshops, and training
Mission
Our Mission and Vision
Purpose: Advice bilingual families and professionals in the sector;
Values: Inclusion, transparency, empowerment;
Aim: Every bilingual child to develop their languages in an environment which values their diverse linguistic heritage.
BACKGROUND
Our Story
Bilingual Family was founded as a charity in 2024 by former Ambassadors for the Erasmus+ Project PEaCH. PEaCH produced guides, videos, and other free materials on raising bilingual children, which can now be found on our website.