Linguists Collective Conference & International Mother Language Day IMLD Celebration

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LC Conference & IMLD Celebration

Saturday, 21 February 2026, 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM(London, UK Time)


8:30 AM - 11:00 AM

UNESCO Theme & Endangered Languages

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Training For Linguists

7:30 PM - 11:00 PM

Linguist Hour: Language, Culture & Connection


Meet the Speakers


Darci Puchalski

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Raisa McNab
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Linguistic diversity in the UK

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John Worne

Every Little Helps: Valuing,Using & Improving Our Languages 

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International mother language day 2026 speaker
Sarah Lockett

Presentation Skills for Linguists 

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In this reflective session, Mark Thompson shares his late-blooming passion for languages and the rewarding journey it led him on. Drawing on 17 years of experience in translation, interpreting, and project management, he offers fascinating anecdotes and valuable lessons from the language industry. He’ll discuss how networking opened doors to new opportunities and how adaptability and diversification remain essential skills in an increasingly AI-driven world.
Mark Thompson

From digging in to diversifying – a potted history of an unlikely linguist 

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Archiving Sylheti Manuscript and the Role of Young People in Revitalising Minority Languages In this thought-provoking talk, explore the ongoing efforts to elevate Sylheti from a regional dialect to a recognised language with its own literary and academic standing. It will highlight the cultural, social, and linguistic significance of this movement, and how these initiatives contribute to the broader global effort to preserve and promote linguistic diversity.
Abdullah Barbhuiya

Archiving Sylheti Manuscript and the Role of Young People in Revitalising Minority Languages 

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