Almost every grate around hospitals on University Avenue has someone sleeping on them in this storm. One of the richest cities in the world should ‘t be denying people access to warming centres, let alone housing for all as a human right. Homelessness is a public health crisis.
As part of Global Language Advocacy Day #GLAD23, I’m really happy to launch the @GlobLangRights statement on understanding and defending language rights: a 🧵
I cannot take away the pain. I cannot make the senseless violence go away. But I can and I will stand with the people of Iran and humbly join my voice with yours in calling for freedom. You are not alone! We see you! We hear you! We are with you! #MahsaAmini#WomanLifeFreedom
Announcing two upcoming presentations on the broad theme of language rights organised by @LgHumanMachine WG3. March 8th, 3.30-5 CET. Registration required in advance using this link (Dublin time will be displayed). 1/3
https://t.co/BzY28HsNoY
Organizations supporting those fleeing or trapped by violence in Ukraine need to know which of the 20 languages spoken in Ukraine they are most comfortable communicating in. Our interactive language map is a start. Please share widely: https://t.co/froCY7ucYy
People need information, answers, and services which are useful - in their own language. We're standing by to support communication efforts in #Ukrainian#Russian & more - send us a message or email us at [email protected]
Our conference is underway and you can still join to hear various perspectives on language access, language rights and linguistic justice in Canada #LAD22#GLAD22 https://t.co/Dzu0HSreee
Join @TranslationCom1 on February 18 and hear from one of the world's leading advocates for the #Chakma language, Bivuti Chakma, who will share his journey and advocacy to #digitize the Chakma language.
Want to Join? Details: https://t.co/si2wjhj9Lg
#GLAD22#LanguageRights
Only one week left until Global Language Advocacy Day #GLAD22!
Over the course of Feb 22, join orgs and advocates from around the world to learn about #languagerights issues and initiatives that they care about.
More info: https://t.co/LNfW5KIpFF
#LanguageRightsAreHumanRights
Today I provided care for an elderly gentleman with ‘dementia’ who was in pain.
When our team went to see him, we found his memory was perfect! He just spoke Tamil.
Language barriers are still some of the most significant barriers faced by seniors when accessing health care.
Today I provided care for an elderly gentleman with ‘dementia’ who was in pain.
When our team went to see him, we found his memory was perfect! He just spoke Tamil.
Language barriers are still some of the most significant barriers faced by seniors when accessing health care.
Shoutout to Citizen Lab, TO, that developed the first iteration of Psiphon, so information can be routed through a trusted network of proxy servers to circumvent censorship on the internet. Thanks @L10nLab for introducing us to its latest iteration at #L10n4in, @MCISLanguages