Expanding opportunity through bilingualism
We’re a student-led organization building bridges between cultures, careers, and communities. Discover how bilingualism opens doors in the Bay Area—through research, advocacy, and real-world job connections. Join us as we create a more inclusive, opportunity-rich future for all.
Our Story
I'm Aiden Tracey, a senior at Bellarmine College Prep in San Jose, California. I'm white and speak English at home, but I went to River Glen, a Spanish immersion K–8 school in San Jose. From kindergarten, I was learning to read, write, and speak in two languages. River Glen didn’t just teach me another language — it showed me that bilingualism is about connection: to culture, to people, and to opportunity.
I've been exploring the intersection between economics and bilingualism, and I've found that too often, bilingualism gets overlooked in the workforce — treated like a nice bonus instead of the essential skill it is. I started this project to help change that: to show the real economic value of Spanish-English fluency and how it opens doors for both workers and the communities they serve.
I've been exploring the intersection between economics and bilingualism, and I've found that too often, bilingualism gets overlooked in the workforce — treated like a nice bonus instead of the essential skill it is. I started this project to help change that: to show the real economic value of Spanish-English fluency and how it opens doors for both workers and the communities they serve.
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Send us an email - let’s connect and collaborate. We'd love to hear your thoughts and ideas
aiden@bilingualbay.comOr, give us a call or leave a voicemail
+1 (669) 246-0646
