Discover how Spanish-English skills open doors in the Bay Area. Our research highlights the real-world impact of bilingualism in healthcare, finance, and beyond—showing how language connects communities and drives economic growth.
We’re passionate about bridging gaps between education and the workforce. By sharing stories, data, and resources, we aim to empower students, job seekers, and employers to embrace the value of biliteracy.
Join us as we advocate for inclusive hiring, support bilingual education, and build a future where language is a tool for opportunity. Together, we can make the Bay Area stronger, more connected, and full of possibility.
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More posts are on the way!
Econ Concepts — How bilingualism fits the toolkit: A quick tour of human capital, signaling, search costs, and positive externalities—using bilingual examples to show how language skills shift wages, hiring frictions, and spillover benefits.
Mind & Learning — The cognitive upside of bilingualism: How bilingual experience strengthens working memory, speeds task switching, and builds cognitive reserve that shows up in classroom performance.
Education & Advocacy — How the Seal of Biliteracy became a real signal: The Seal isn’t just a sticker; it’s a market signal that reduces search costs for schools and employers.
