Imagine a world
Where cultural and linguistic diversity are celebrated and cultivated; where all children have a strong sense of place and belonging in schools and communities; where teachers have the tools, resources, and community they need to help culturally and linguistically diverse students thrive; where families are empowered to reclaim and sustain heritage languages in their homes, no matter their level of fluency or connection; and where children with bilingualism in their bones graduate with a sustained connection to their heritage languages and culture.
At Bilingual Generation, we encourage kids, families, and educators to foster deep connections with heritage languages and to see these languages as a source of power and pride.
We’re ready to help build this new world with a scientific, culturally-sustaining approach that brings joy and play into the mix. To us, learning a heritage language isn’t just about mastering the mechanics – it’s about connecting deeply to our ancestral identity so we can honor our humanity and thrive.
What We Offer
Bilingual Generation Collectives
Cohort-based experiences with live coaching, innovative learning modules, and turn-key learning materials for your home or classroom.
Bili App
Bili is a multi-platform app that supports heritage language learning — at home and in school — for children ages 3-8.
ALAS Curriculum
An early childhood Spanish/English curriculum designed to support the development of current and emergent multilingual children.
Speaking and Consulting
Whether your audience is large or intimate, Dr. Veronica Benavides has the storytelling chops and research-based perspective to engage your audience.
Our Impact
Educators and families have participated in our Bilingual Generation Collectives
Of educators agree or strongly agree that:
- Sessions are an excellent use of their time, and
- The Bilingual Generation Collectives is a network of support where they feel they can go to problem-solve professional challengess
Students have been reached through our work with families and educators
Of educators and families saw changes in child-level outcomes as a result of their partnership with Bilingual Generation, including increased excitement, connection, use, and development of students’ heritage language(s)
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