JNCL-NCLIS Language Advocacy Days 2025

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JNCL-NCLIS advocacy events have brought together hundreds of advocates across all 50 states to unite and speak up for language education policy! This year, Language Advocacy Days 2025 will take place in person in Washington, DC  on March 3rd and 4th and will be complemented by a one-day, single-issue-focused virtual Advocacy Action Day event currently scheduled for October 7th, 2025, pending congressional schedule changes! Both events will be open to all advocates, and priority registration will be given to JNCL-NCLIS Official Delegates and member organizations. Secure your spot today and take advantage of 15% savings by purchasing a combo registration which includes both  Language Advocacy Days 2025 and Advocacy Action Day 2025 for $400! 

Regular, individual registration will open in November 2024. Regular LAD25 registration will be available for $299. In March 2025, individual registration will be available for Advocacy Action Day 2025 (AAD25) for $175. 

This year's Langauge Advocacy Days theme, "Leadership Through Language Learning Strengthens Our Future", emphasizes the critical role that language education plays in shaping tomorrow's leaders. In a globalized world, multilingualism is not just an asset but a necessity for effective communication, cultural understanding, and collaboration. Investing in language learning equips individuals with the skills to lead with empathy, innovate in diverse environments, and drive economic growth. This theme underscores the power of language as a tool for leadership and highlights the importance of language education in building a stronger, more connected future. 

Read more about IMPORTANT DATES and HOW TO REGISTER

As a LAD attendee, you will have the opportunity to:

• Explore the most pressing issues facing language education policy
• Share your story with legislators and other decision-makers
• Develop and strengthen your advocacy skills and strategies
• Network with language educators, students, and professionals from across the country
• Work collaboratively to raise the profile of language education and international studies

Share your excitement on social media using #LAD25. Follow us on Twitter (@JNCLinfo), Facebook (@JNCLNCLIS), Instagram (@LanguagePolicy), and LinkedIn for the latest news and updates.

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PRELIMINARY SCHEDULE

Monday, March 3rd:

Morning & Afternoon - Advocacy Training and Special Guest Speakers

Tuesday, March 4th:

Morning & Afternoon - Meetings on Capitol Hill with Your Members of Congress!

Evening - Results and Reception 

HOW TO REGISTER

ADMINISTRATIVE PURCHASE follow these instructions if one individual will be responsible for completing registrations on behalf of all registrants.

• Select the desired number of Retiree, Student, or Regular Registration Tickets and click “Checkout”
• Fill out the information for the purchaser (the person who is filling out the form)
• Fill out the information for EACH INDIVIDUAL ATTENDEE with their personalized information. It is especially important that each attendee’s home address is correct to ensure Congressional meetings are properly set up
• Registration forms must be completed no later than January 31st, 2025.

INDIVIDUAL PURCHASE follow these instructions if you would like each registrant to fill out their own registration form (or if you are filling out your own registration)

• Select ONE Retiree, Student, or Regular Registration Ticket and click “Checkout”
• Fill out information for the purchaser (the person who is filling out the form, which in this case is the same person as the attendee)
• Then, fill out personalized information for the ATTENDEE. It is especially important that the attendee’s home address is correct to ensure Congressional meetings are properly set up
• Registration forms must be completed no later than  January 31st, 2025.