BILINGUALISM MATTERS

Bilingualism Matters is a research and information centre that promotes the benefits of bilingualism and language learning. Founded in 2008 by Professor Antonella Sorace at the University of Edinburgh, it evolved from an initiative to assist parents to a significant entity within the university’s School of Philosophy, Psychology, and Language Sciences. It operates through branches across Europe and the United States, staffed by international teams dedicated to research and community outreach. The center aims to make research findings on bilingualism accessible to the wider public. It has a strong focus on the cognitive and social benefits of bilingualism, and collaborates with parents, teachers, health professionals, policymakers, and employers. The organization also offers resources for bilingual families, including information on language development and advice.