Navigating Global Englishes
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Navigating Global Englishes

Join us for a dynamic workshop designed to enhance your communication skills in today's multilingual workplace environment.

By Workplace and Immigrant Network

Date and time

Monday, May 27 · 9 - 11:30am EDT

Location

United Way Waterloo Region Communities

50 Sportsworld Crossing Road #220 Kitchener, ON N2P 0A4 Canada

About this event

  • 2 hours 30 minutes

Join us for a dynamic workshop designed to enhance your communication skills in today's multilingual workplace environment.

In this interactive session, participants will gain the following:


  • Explore the concept of Global Englishes and learn to recognize and appreciate the diverse variations of the English language.
  • Learn specific techniques to simplify and clarify your language, making yourself understood across linguistic barriers.
  • Access additional tools and information to continue your learning journey beyond the workshop.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to expand your communication toolkit and empower your organization to thrive in a diverse region!


This event is a collaboration of Workplace & Immigrant Network and Kinbridge Community Association's Newcomer Employment Outreach.

Frequently asked questions

How do I get there?

The event is hosted in the United Way Boardroom. Please go Up the hill to the back(higher level) of the building, and look for the EAST entrance. Please note that Google maps will not direct you accurately!

Who is this event for?

This workshop is tailored for employers, people managers, and hiring managers who want to improve their ability to communicate effectively with colleagues or candidates from diverse linguistic backgrounds --whether you already work with people from around the world or are contemplating hiring them.

Who are the facilitators leading the workshop?

Lydia Mountney, Language Assessment Team Lead at the YMCA and Lily Magnus, the Newcomer Employment Outreach Coordinator at Kinbridge Community Association

How will the facilitators enhance my workshop experience?

Lydia Mountney has been an ESL teacher for 25 years. Her teaching experience includes work in Canada, Senegal, Niger, Madagascar and UK. Lily Magnus has worked with newcomers for over 15 years, including 8 years as an ESL teacher, and has also been shaped by her experience of being raised in Africa.

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Workplace and Immigrant Network