What role does language play in uniting us across borders and cultures? In this mini episode of Our World, Connected, Christine Wilson, Director of Research and Insight at the British Council, explores connection through language, examining how it serves as a vital tool for building bonds, fostering empathy, and bridging cultural divides.

Drawing on insights from language education experts Harry Kuchah Kuchah and Marie Delaney, Christine explores how English serves as a bridge for global communication and highlights the importance of preserving linguistic diversity, protecting minority languages and embracing multilingualism. From the classrooms of the UK to the Zaatari Refugee Camp, these stories reveal how language can empower, dignify, and inspire greater understanding across communities.

This is the second of a 3-part mini-series we’re putting together as we prepare for Season 2 of Our World, Connected, coming this January.

Episodes Featured:

What role does English play in our multilingual world?

The power of language in difficult times

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