Language Career Summit 2022
Using Languages to Help Refugees, Asylum Seekers, and Non-Profits
Irena Dahl 46m
Language Career Summit 2022
Building a Career Around Language
Sessions on teaching, coaching, freelancing, and turning fluency into a sustainable career or side income.
About this session
Rena Dahl, a civil police officer in Norway, shares how she uses her Russian and Ukrainian skills to help asylum seekers and refugees. Discover her journey from language passion to impactful work, including teaching Norwegian and working with NGOs.
Key takeaways
- ✓ Your language skills can make a tangible difference in supporting vulnerable communities, like asylum seekers and refugees.
- ✓ Gain valuable teaching experience and build connections by offering language lessons through skill-exchange or volunteering.
- ✓ Don't be limited by traditional career paths; a passion for languages can lead to diverse and impactful roles, even without a specific degree.
- ✓ Even without formal experience, confidently showcase your abilities through trial lessons or volunteer work to secure professional opportunities.
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