Education & Interpretation

Creating Inclusive Spaces by Breaking Language Barriers

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As museums are increasingly analyzing their internal practices and external programs with an eye toward equity and inclusion, language accessibility is paramount. Join diverse educators of natural sciences, art, and archaeological and ethnographic museums to discuss strategies for developing and delivering multilingual programming. Learn how to go beyond simply translating a narrative for linguistically diverse audiences.

Learning Objectives:

• Gain insights from educators who are spearheading bilingual and multilingual projects to engage multicultural family groups and linguistically diverse visitors.
• Identify approaches to develop and deliver effective bilingual or multilingual content and programming, and consider how they can be applied at your institution.
• Join a network of museum professionals engaged in cultural competency—increasing diversity and accessibility through multilingual education programming.

Moderator(s)

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  Cindy Valencia

  Assistant Manager of School Programs
  California Academy of Sciences

Panelist(s)

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  Elizabeth Antonellis

  Bilingual Museum Educator
  Harvard Museums of Science and Culture – Peabody Museum
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  Theresa Sotto

  Associate Director, Academic Programs
  Hammer Museum
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  Esther Tang

  Bilingual Education Specialist
  California Academy of Sciences