The language requirements of positions and learning a second official language are often cited as barriers by equity-seeking group members. The Second Official Language Scholarship Program provides funding for up to 250 hours of language training to recipients who meet very specific criteria. During this workshop, the program, its evolution and lessons learned over the years will be presented to show how diversity, inclusion and official languages can harmonize. | The language requirements of positions and learning a second official language are often cited as barriers by equity-seeking group members. The Second Official Language Scholarship Program provides funding for up to 250 hours of language training to recipients who meet very specific criteria. During this workshop, the program, its evolution and lessons learned over the years will be presented to show how diversity, inclusion and official languages can harmonize. |