Viewpoints: Language access does not divide us. It unites us.

Viewpoints: Language access does not divide us. It unites us.

Language barriers limit access not only to emergency information but also to essential services like healthcare, public benefits, and transportation. During the COVID-19 pandemic, 64% of respondents in one survey

Language Access Continues to Be An Important—and Contested—Part of American Life

One month after President Trump declared English as the only official language of the United States, communities across the country celebrated Language Access Month throughout April. The month emphasizes the importance of ensuring that all people—regardless of the language they speak—can access the information, services, and rights they are entitled to. Despite the recent executive […] The post Language Access Continues to Be An Important—and Co…