Joint National Committee for Languages

🌎 Join us in celebrating the introduction of the World LEAP Act! This legislation is at the heart of JNCL's mission and nationalizes the discussion of language learning as an essential facet of education in the U.S. Thank you @RepJimmyPanetta! buff.ly/3sYgWxX

⚠️White House releases FY27 Proposed Budget, with key cuts to language education priorities. The budget adds $1.5 trillion to defense spending, while cutting non-defense spending by 10%. Read about specific cuts here: languagepolicy.org/post/white-hou… #LanguageEducation #EducationFunding

💵FUNDING UPDATE! DoDEA WLARA grants are now open. These grants support the development, sustainment, and growth of critical language programs. Read more about the grants and learn how to apply here by April 24th: ow.ly/kJSP50YBoQc

It’s been a busy few weeks for JNCL. From #LAD26 to NECTFL, SCOLT, Central States, and SWCOLT (and soon PNCFL), we’ve been on the ground connecting, sharing, and advocating for language education nationwide. Stay tuned for upcoming post! #JNCL #LanguageAdvocacy

A full room and a shared purpose. Advocates from across the United States are gathered today for Language Advocacy Days 2026, learning, planning, and preparing to bring the voice of language education to Capitol Hill. #LAD26 #LanguageEducation #Advocacy

🏨 Already registered for LAD26? Don’t forget to book your hotel. Discounted rates end Feb 16. 🔗 languagepolicy.org/lad26

Today is the LAST day to register for LAD26! Registration will close at midnight. Advocacy training, state team prep, and Capitol Hill meetings—this is LAD26. 🔗 bit.ly/4gOjWC5

Final registration window for LAD26 closes TOMORROW, January 30th. Advocacy is strongest when every state shows up. Join LAD26. 🔗 bit.ly/4gOjWC5

Students belong in advocacy spaces. LAD26 creates that opportunity. 🔗 bit.ly/4gOjWC5 Don’t forget to register, this Friday is the last day to secure your spot!

"I’m attending LAD26 to advocate for language education and make a big impact in the world." 🔗 bit.ly/4gOjWC5 Registration has been extended, and will close this Friday 1/30!

We’re honored to announce Carla Dirlikov Canales as the Keynote Speaker for #LAD26 — a global leader in cultural diplomacy, language, and the arts. Join us in Washington, DC as she opens Language Advocacy Days 2026.

Attending LAD26? LAD26 hotel reminder: discounted rates available until February 16! languagepolicy.org/lad26

Advocacy works. The FY26 minibus includes key wins for language education, including a 50% increase for WLARA & preserved federal language programs. Now Congress must finish the job, finalize this package & keep language education moving forward. bit.ly/49M19Ef

LAD26: educators, leaders, and students together in advocacy - no experience required! 🔗 bit.ly/4gOjWC5 Registration has been extended until 1/30! Register today to secure your spot.

Strong interest = extended registration. LAD26 registration now open through Feb 12. 🔗 ow.ly/LnTW50XY5u8

Open the door to active learning through advocacy for your students. Last day for $50/student LAD26 rate (3+ students). Don’t miss it! 🔗 bit.ly/4gOjWC5

LAD26 = briefings, training, Hill meetings, engaging speakers, state teams. Registration closes this Thursday 1/15! 🔗 bit.ly/4gOjWC5

🚨 Act now to support WLARA 🚨 The World Language Advancement & Readiness Act is essential for protecting access to world language education nationwide. Federal decisions right now could determine its future. 👉 Take action: votervoice.net/JNCL/Campaigns… #WLARA #LanguageEducation

Happy 2026! 🎉 LAD26 is March 9–10. Registration now open! 🔗 bit.ly/4gOjWC5 #LAD26

Give students a story they'll tell for years. Bring 3+ → $50 each to #LAD26. Registration open. ⏳ Ends 1/15 🔗 bit.ly/3XPZAj5

As the year wraps up, don’t miss this opportunity. The Holiday10 discount code saves you 10% on Language Advocacy Days 2026 registration — but only through December 31. ⏰ Final days to save. 🔗 Register today, registration closes 1/15.