Why Language Access?

“Language Rights are Human Rights”

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• To prevent language, national origin, and ability-based discrimination

• To ensure equal protection under the law

• To ensure effective communication

• To improve outcomes

• To add meaning to the word “Access” in your Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Belonging policy

• To effectively include multilingual and deaf communities that amount to approximately

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How to Offer Language Access Effectively?

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• Consult with a Language Access Expert

• Allocate a budget for language access

• Create a written Language Access Policy

• Train your staff on Language Access

• Professionally Translate your website and other documents

• Attend an Effective Inclusion Through Language Access training

• Emphasize the A of Access on your Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Access,and Belonging of your DEIAB policies

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It is the Law!

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• Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 that prohibits discrimination based on National Origin

• V Amendment ensures due process

• English LEP Parent Fact Sheet

• XIV Amendment Ensures Equal Protection under the Laws

• Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

• Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services (CLAS)

• Executive Order 13166

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How do I Recruit Professionals to Bridge the Language Gap?

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• Working with Professional Linguists

• Assess their credentials and their training

• Assess their interpretation skills

• Make them part of your team

• Learn about their code of ethics

• Use fair practices when hiring them

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I want a truly inclusive society where immigrants and people with Limited English Proficiency can participate meaningfully.

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