Canberra Languages Forum Update February 2026

An overview of the latest Update.  For full copy CLICK HERE 

OVERVIEW OF UPDATE

Upcoming events

• Languages at the 2026 National Multicultural Festival
• ACT Community Language Schools Showcase Saturday 7 February  
• Bilingual Story Time Saturday 7 February  
• Full festival program Friday 6- Sunday 8 February: https://multiculturalfestival.com.au/whats-on/
• Salon Canberra Ideas Forum
• Dialect to dialogue: How language builds civic trust Thursday 19 February 
• International Mother Language Day Walk Saturday 21 February 
• Facebook page or email imlm.21feb@gmail.com
• National Carillon Recital
• A musical celebration of International Mother Language Day Saturday 21 February 
• Multilingual Poetry Monday 30 March 
• Facebook page or email mothertonguemic@gmail.com

Other news

• Libraries ACT seeking Bilingual Story Time presenters  
• Applications close Monday 9 February 2026
• A New Academic Year  – a chance to start/continue your language learning journeys
• Check out some local opportunities for adults and for children 

FEEDBACK AND CONTRIBUTIONS FOR FUTURE UPDATES WELCOME

Contact us at languagesact@gmail.com