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Parents and caregivers who raise multilingual children are their language models, coaches and advocates, especially when school and community don’t support the home languages to the expected extent.
We need a multilingual village to raise multilingual children.
(derived from an African saying)
~ Ute Limacher-Riebold, PhD
Heritage Language Playgroups and Schools around the World
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Are you responsible for a heritage language group or school anywhere in the world?
Do you know of a heritage language group or school that you would recommend to others?
Then please fill out this form.
Requirement:
The group or school must have been operating for more than 3 years.
We want to hear your voice:
Videos for Multilingual Families
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Raising Children Abroad
Supporting Multilingual Development and Multicultural Identity
Description:
Children growing up abroad navigate different languages, cultures, and expectations every day. This webinar offers practical guidance on how parents can support multilingual development, maintain family languages, and help children build a confident identity across cultures. Discover practical strategies and insights to help your child thrive between languages and cultures.
During this webinar, Ute will share insights into the latest scientific findings, successful strategies as well as her experience as language and intercultural communication consultant.
This webinar is organized by CJG MiM (Moeders Informeren Moeders) and Ute’s International Lounge.
13 May 2026 (8-9pm CET): presentation with Ute
21 May 2026 (8-9pm CET): Q&A with Ute
Register at mim@denhaag.nl