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Welcome "Kleine Sprachwelt," a new heritage language program born in Groningen
A new German HL program in the north of the Netherlands becomes part of the HLE Network.
10 hours ago


'Je hoofd gaat aan als je leest voor je plezier'
Het is belangrijk dat kinderen leuke boeken in hun moedertaal kunnen lezen – en dankzij moedertaalprogramma's lukt dat ook!
5 days ago


The new "Review Rubric": A simple yet powerful tool for strengthening heritage language programs worldwide
A new "Review Rubric" has been published for heritage language (HL) programs worldwide, designed to help managers, teachers, and administrators reflect on their organization’s practices and spark discussion on improvement strategies.
7 days ago


Een gezamenlijke visie voor moedertaalonderwijs in Eindhoven ~ A collective vision for heritage language education in Eindhoven
June 10, 2025 ENGLISH VERSION BELOW Al zes jaar combineert HLE Network steun vanuit de gemeenschap met evidence-based activiteiten om...
Jun 10


“For the first time I wasn’t just speaking French for a grade. I was using it to do something real.”
Want to inspire teens to learn their heritage language? Journalism works!
May 27


More than just free paper: making sure linguistic diversity has a seat at the (dinner) table!
HLE Network had the privilege of attending the 25th Brainport voor Elkaar dinner.
May 27


Korean School of Eindhoven boosts skills at European conference for heritage language teachers
Teachers from the Korean School of Eindhoven joined heritage language teachers from across Europe for a professional development conference.
May 18


Imagine it: the professionalization of "informal" language education
What does a professional heritage language education sector could look like?
Apr 22


Heritage languages know no borders!
During a recent visit to Washington, D.C., HLE Network’s Managing Director had the pleasure of meeting up with Ana Lucia Lico of ABRACE (Associação Brasileira de Cultura e Educação) and the U.S. Coalition for Community-Based Heritage Language Schools.
Apr 18


Buratino School celebrates 25 years of language, culture, and community!
This year, the Russian Language Center “Buratino” celebrates its 25th anniversary.
Apr 15


Centro Latinoamericano de Orientación (C.L.O.) celebrates 25 years supporting migrants in Eindhoven
For 25 years, the C.L.O. has been a source of warmth and support for migrants new to Eindhoven.
Apr 12


Three takeaways from the 2024-2025 Survey of Heritage Language Programs in Eindhoven/Brainport
Results are available from a survey of heritage language (HL) programs in Eindhoven that HLE Network issued in the autumn of 2024.
Apr 7


Preserving heritage languages in Ottawa: A model of partnership between public programs and community-based groups
Discover how the Ottawa uses funding to pay heritage language teachers, while also collaborating with community-based language groups.
Apr 6


Initiatief voor moedertaalonderwijs krijgt aandacht in de Iriswijk buurtkrant in Eindhoven
Een herpublicatie van een interview met de oprichster van HLE Network, dat verscheen in de 93e editie van de Iriskrant in Eindhoven.
Apr 1


Dutch National Coordinator Against Discrimination and Racism visits Eindhoven
HLE Network honors International Day Against Racism and Discrimination together with Eindhoven's coalition for inclusion!
Mar 21


It was high time for high tea: A new tradition of volunteer team-building
This year, HLE Network welcomed spring with something special: a volunteer appreciation luncheon.
Mar 21


Heritage Language Educators: Paving the Path in 2025
On February 6, FOHLC Europe organized another free online Café for people involved in heritage language education.
Feb 24


Keeping the Global Call alive – advocacy tools available in more languages!
Download the checklist in your preferred language and share it with mainstream schools, policymakers, and businesses!
Feb 21


Reactions to Dutch law proposal: "It will hang over the heads of the informal education sector like the sword of Damocles"
What are the experts saying? And religious groups? Like us, they conclude that the approach is disproportionately negative.
Jan 29


Heritage language advocates welcomed at the table with Dutch Educational Council
HLE Network has called on the Onderwijsraad to recognize the contributions if HL educators and see them as allies in education.
Jan 24


Empowering informal education while ensuring accountability: HLE Network's reaction to the Dutch education ministry's law proposal
January 6, 2025 NAAR DE NEDERLANDSE VERSIE HIERONDER A screenshot of the first page of the law proposal The Dutch Ministry of Education,...
Jan 6


“Very cheap solution for teacher shortage”: What heritage language programs do for society
Prof. Ken Cruickshank from Sydney Australia visits Eindhoven City Hall to talk about heritage language education and its value.
Dec 19, 2024


Holiday Giving: Eindhoven business supports volunteer-run language programs with laptop donation
Five heritage language programs in Eindhoven received a donated laptop from Wooninc
Dec 18, 2024


Toekomstige leerkrachten leren actief over de kracht van moedertaalonderwijs
Wij hopen dat dit als inspiratie kan dienen voor andere hogescholen.
Dec 5, 2024
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