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10/17: Improving Language Access in Wisconsin

[texto en español a continuación] Breaking Barriers Improving Language Access in Wisconsin Thursday, October 17, 1 - 3pmD.J. Bordini Center-Fox Valley Technical College [google map]5 N Systems Dr, Appleton, WI 54914 This event is FREE and open to all healthcare providers, educators, direct service providers, government agencies,...

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Immigrant Taxpayers Deserve Dignity and Justice

Undocumented Immigrants Pay $198.9 Million in Taxes in Wisconsin By Liliana Barrera & William Parke-Sutherland Immigrants have been and continue to be vital to our communities. Nearly 300,000 immigrants in Wisconsin—about 76,000 of whom are undocumented—have put down roots and raised families in communities across our state for...

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Back-to-School Means Language Access More Important than Ever

Better access to services and resources for multilingual community members begins with proactive approach to language barriers Contacts: Emily Miota, emiota@kidsforward.org or Lisa Cruz, lisa@ourmci.org  Madison, WI – With kids heading back to the classroom and many employers and organizations budgeting for next year, now is the time to...

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Virtual Event, 9/4: Workers Speak

The State of Working Wisconsin & Policy Priorities Wednesday, September 4, 2024, 12pm CT Black, Brown, Indigenous, and rural communities face significant economic challenges like low wages, wage theft, and exploitative labor practices. Despite legislative power often aligning with corporate interests, Wisconsin’s workers are...

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“I Speak” Cards

Language access services are a shared responsibility among various entities, including state agencies, local governments, healthcare providers, educational institutions, and other organizations that receive federal funding. “I Speak” cards or posters help individuals identify their language(s). Download FREE cards below! Los servicios...

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