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The ACTFL/LCF Award for Excellence in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Classroom recognizes language educators at all levels who have intentionally and effectively created accessible spaces of belonging for their learners and incorporated diverse, equitable and inclusive principles into their classroom curriculum and projects, and in doing so have enabled all students, including those with special needs, to develop linguistic and cultural competence.

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Ask Away: 5 Questions for a High School Student of Hindi

California high school student Veer speaks Hindi and English with his family. In this interview, hear his advice to fellow learners and some reflections on his own language journey.

    • Student Voices,
    • Testimonial Interviews

Ask Away: 5 Questions for a Future Music Industry Professional Learning Japanese & ASL

California student Joshua is earning his university degree abroad at Yamanashi Gakuin University International College of Liberal Arts (iCLA) in Japan. Hear his advice on the power of immersing yourself in your target language!

    • Student Voices,
    • Testimonial Interviews

5 Questions for a Future Spanish Educator

Loyola University Maryland student Patrick is double majoring in Spanish and Leadership & Organizational Effectiveness. Learn about some of the places his language skills have taken him so far and what motivates him to want to become an educator in the future!

    • Student Voices,
    • Testimonial Interviews,
    • Future Educator Stories

Ask Away: 5 Questions for a Future Non-Profit Executive Learning Urdu, Spanish & Arabic

Delaware high school student Amna knows that language skills combined with scientific knowledge will help her launch an organization addressing addiction issues in the future. Hear her insights on the importance of advocacy for language education!

    • Student Voices,
    • Testimonial Interviews

Ask Away: 5 Questions for a Future Professor Exploring Mandarin & Korean

Now earning a master's degree at the University of Pittsburgh, Kayla's language skills have led them to experience study abroad opportunities, conduct research, develop new tech skills, and even enjoy K-dramas and webtoons!

    • Student Voices,
    • Testimonial Interviews