Linguists Collective Conference & International Mother Language Day IMLD Celebration

LC Conference & Celebration of International Mother Language Day (IMLD) 2025

Friday, 21 February 2025

John Anderson

Building Trust with Non-Native Speakers in Need

John Anderson

Stuart John Anderson is the Chairman of Burton Hope, a charity dedicated to supporting homeless individuals and those in need, including people from diverse national and linguistic backgrounds. With extensive experience in frontline community work, he has been instrumental in providing essential aid, from food and clothing to assistance with documentation. His leadership has earned Burton Hope the King’s Award for Voluntary Service in 2023, recognising its outstanding contributions to the community.

At the LC Conference & IMLD Celebration 2025, John will discuss “Building Trust with Non-Native Speakers in Need.” Drawing from his extensive experience, he will share effective methods for gaining trust and initiating conversations with non-English-speaking individuals requiring assistance, highlighting the importance of cultural sensitivity and empathy in outreach efforts.