The Business of Language East Midlands - Issue 12 April 2008
Welcome to the 12th edition of The Business of Language - the free monthly ezine from the Regional Language Network East Midlands. We hope you all had a pleasant Easter break and will enjoy reading this 'new-look' issue.
RLN offers new resource for employers of migrant workers
There are many ways the RLN can support you if your business employs migrant workers. We have just launched a new section on our website, dedicated to providing advice, support and signposting for employers of migrant workers.
It is important to be aware of the language and cultural barriers, as well as the legal implications, of employing migrant workers, so let the RLN help your business to run smoothly and avoid potentially embarrassing or dangerous situations.
Visit the new migrant worker pages on our website to find out more about:
- how to integrate your multilingual, multicultural workforce
- migrant worker legislation
- resources and links for employers of migrant workers
- relevant events and news items
- English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) courses
Please feel free to contact us today to find out more about how the RLN can support your business when dealing with migrant workers.
International Communications Masterclass
Do you want to build better overseas business relationships, increase profits and make a good impression with foreign clients?
Book your place on this year's Masterclass and let the experts help you to improve your international communications.
Organised by the RLN, in association with EMITA, the International Communications Masterclass is a great way to share ideas and good practice for communicating with potential and existing overseas clients.
The programme includes case studies, an interactive cultural session, workshops on website localisation and export planning and language taster sessions.
Date: Friday 16 May 2008
Time: 09.30 - 15.00
Venue: The Park Inn, Mansfield Road, Nottingham.
Cost: £40 (free for EMITA members)
To find out more information or to book your place please visit our website.
Learn the lingo whilst you volunteer
Ever wanted to take a language-learning trip and be able to give somethingback to the local community at the same time?
Well, now you can with the help of Inka Magik.
Inka Magik is an organisation that promotes volunteering with Spanish language learning in educational centres across disadvantaged areas of Peru. Volunteers stay with local families and assist, on a voluntary basis, in classrooms and health centres.
Volunteers can quickly develop their conversational, written and listening skills in Spanish through lessons with local teachers. There are also opportunities to explore local attractions such as ancient Inka sites.
A single fee covers placements, inductions and ongoing mentoring, food, accomodation and transfers from the aiport to your specific location.
To find out more information please visit the Inka Magik website.