Hello everyone, welcome back to another The Language Project Newsletter! We hope everyone is having a great week, and thank you for joining us on another Sunday!
In the News
Indonesia tries to embrace Chinese language but problems persist
https://theconversation.com/indonesia-tries-to-embrace-chinese-language-but-problems-persist-165608
With China’s growing global clout, many people around the world are increasingly realizing the importance of understanding China better.
Danish children struggle to learn their vowel-filled language – and this changes how adult Danes interact
Why do Danish children uniquely have trouble learning their mother tongue?
Facing China 'squeeze', Taiwan launches English-language news platform
Taiwan launched a new English-language news and media streaming platform on Monday aiming to give it a greater voice on the world stage.
General Org Updates
Every week, we’re working tirelessly on our Sandbox initiative to make the most of this fresh start. Our projects are sorted with technical tags as well as language tags, so you can filter based on your personal interests.
Check them out here:
Sandbox Update
No projects that have yet to be spotlighted, but we are always on the lookout for new ideas! If you have an innovative project idea, but no time to work on it, submit it here.
If you DO have time to work on it, fill out our Sandbox interest form here.
Lastly, do you know of an existing resource that you would like to see improved in our Sandbox? Submit it here, and we will try to get in contact with its developer.
Quote of the Week
Language is not a genetic gift, it is a social gift. Learning a new language is becoming a member of the club – the community of speakers of that language.
‒ Frank Smith
Learning a language can feel like a futile journey when we compare ourselves to the progress others have made towards fluency. But as Frank Smith explains, think about the new people you are now able to communicate with or jokes you can now understand! You are doing amazing, so have faith in your advancements!
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