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Introduction to MyLanguage

Introduction to MyLanguage. What is MyLanguage ?. MyLanguage is a partnership between the State and Territory libraries of the ACT, NSW, NT, Public Library Services SA, QLD, VIC and WA.

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Introduction to MyLanguage

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  1. Introduction to MyLanguage

  2. What is MyLanguage? MyLanguage is a partnership between the State and Territory libraries of the ACT, NSW, NT, Public Library Services SA, QLD, VIC and WA. We use digital technology to enable access to language, information and culture for Australia’s multicultural communities. www.mylanguage.gov.au

  3. MyLanguage Vision We will use information technologies to enable libraries to empower CALD communities to: Achieve greater social inclusion; and Maintain and enrich cultural and linguistic identity.

  4. MyLanguage objectives We will: Build collaborative partnerships across all sectors to develop multilingual resources. Further develop MyLanguage, implementing innovative solutions. Enhance access to diverse information resources in community languages. Understand and respond to the information needs of CALD communities. Value the role played by public libraries by supporting their delivery of multicultural services. Advocate for (the value of) digital and social inclusion for CALD communities and Promote MyLanguage

  5. Connecting to MyLanguagethrough Public Libraries Connect 1. 2. 3. http://www.plconnect.slq.qld.gov.au/resources/multicultural/mylanguage

  6. MyLanguage website The MyLanguage website provides information in over 67 languages but also highlights to CALD communities the range of services that public libraries can provide to them. In addition, the website is a hub where CALD communities, community organisations and pubic libraries, can share information, resources and projects to promote social and digital inclusion, language and cultural maintenance.

  7. Navigation Toolbar Home page - Links directly to over 67 language portals Resources and ideas - Links to case studies of projects from libraries; online tools and resources; and news and ideas Translated information - Provides links to translated information about HEALTH, LEGAL, EDUCATION, SETTLEMENT and LIBRARIES. Languages in libraries - Find which libraries around Australia have language collections What’s On - Share information about events happening in your community Conferences - Information from past MyLanguage conferences This PowerPoint will look at each component of the website, and suggest examples to guide you through.

  8. Features on MyLanguage Homepage

  9. Links to MyLanguage on Social Media Links are provided to MyLanguage on Twitter, Facebook and RSS feeds Is your library following MyLanguage on Facebook or Twitter?

  10. Translate the website

  11. Resources and ideas

  12. Add your own project/program case study

  13. Links to online resources

  14. News and ideas

  15. Translated information

  16. Find Languages Other Than English (LOTE) collections in libraries

  17. How to search for LOTE collections? The Library locator is on the Languages in Libraries page. You can either select a language or select a library to find out which libraries hold collections

  18. What’s on – find or add your event

  19. MyLanguage Conferences

  20. What can your library do to support MyLanguage? Add your programs and events Share your ideas Follow us on Twitter and Facebook Offer comments and suggestions Visit website regularly for updates and the latest news Promote MyLanguage to your local community Read Public Libraries Connect newsletter and go to Public Libraries Connect webpage for updates and information about MyLanguage

  21. What’s next for MyLanguage? MyLanguage is committed to supporting access to language resources for new and emerging communities through: Technical assistance to enable languages to work effectively online Tools for communities to create their own resources Improving access to hard to find translated information available online

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