In this episode, learn from a true trailblazer in the field of language access as Dr. Omara Rivera-Vázquez shares impactful insights with NCJA Program Manager Demaxia Wray about the importance and power of language access and the creation of language access plans, the necessity of centering fairness in this work, and the power of reframing language and language accessibility using the framework of language justice.  

 

Language Access Resources Mentioned in this Episode: 

Vermont Office of Racial Equity 2023 Language Access Report 

The Plain Language Action and Information Network 

Guidance to Federal Financial Assistance Recipients Regarding Title VI Prohibition Against National Origin Discrimination Affecting Limited English Proficient Persons 

Executive Order 13166 

Department of Justice Language Access Plan 

Department of Justice Language Access Planning Tools 

U.S. Census Bureau: American Community Survey 

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