2025 theme: Strengthening Asian language communities: Language, Identity, and Cultural Sustainability
We are pleased to announce that the 3rd Empowering Asian Language Speakers Symposium will be held on 4 July 2025, supported by the Campbell Bequest and the School of Languages and Cultures, The University of Queensland.
This annual event, themed “Strengthening Asian Language Communities: Language, Identity, and Cultural Sustainability”, invites university academics, researchers, policymakers, practitioners, and community members to share insights and propose solutions to the challenges faced by Asian language communities in Australia. The symposium aims to highlight the strategic importance of Asian languages and promote linguistic diversity and multiculturalism in Australian society.
This year’s symposium will focus on:
- Challenges faced by Asian language communities in Australia
- Strategies for sustaining Asian languages and maintaining/developing cultural identities
- The role of language education in promoting Asian languages in Australia
- Policy implications and community initiatives
- Other relevant topics beyond those listed above
We are excited to feature 10 presenters and a roundtable discussion with community school teachers. A keynote speaker will also share insights on empowering Asian language communities through heritage language education and systemic support.
For program and presenter details, please visit the Program and Speakers pages on the website.
This is a free event, but registration is required.