Language Policy and Planning

Language policy and planning involve the deliberate decisions and strategies that governments or organizations implement to influence the use, status, and development of languages within a community or country. This includes choosing official languages, promoting bilingual education, or preserving minority languages. The goal is to manage language use in public life, education, and media to support social cohesion, cultural identity, and effective communication. Essentially, it’s about shaping how languages are valued and used to meet societal needs and goals.