The 26th September has been designated The European Day of Languages since 2001; it is an initiative of the Council of Europe in Strasbourg.
Throughout Europe, 800 million Europeans represented in the Council of Europe’s 47 member states are encouraged to learn other languages, both in school and as an extra-curricular activity. There is no upper age limit! The Council of Europe promotes plurilingualism because it recognises that linguistic diversity is a tool for achieving greater intercultural understanding and it is a key element in the rich cultural heritage of our continent.
Throughout the day in different countries, a range of events is organised across Europe: activities for and with children, television and radio programmes, language classes and conferences.
So from the youngest to the oldest, wherever you come from and whatever your mother tongue, why not join in the celebrations and set yourself a new challenge when it comes to learning a new language and/or improving your language skills?