Ara City Radio

Language shapes how we connect, how we work, and how we live. But what happens when your language is seen as less valuable? That’s the question Franziska and Flor are tackling through an ambitious EU-funded initiative called ReDes_Ling, a global project focused on reducing language inequality. Franziska, a familiar voice to listeners of Radio ARA, is leading Luxembourg’s contribution to the project. She’s joined this month by Flor, a researcher from Argentina’s University of San Martín, where she works closely with Chinese migrant communities. Together, they're part of a multi-country effort that includes partners in Spain, Denmark, Colombia, Mexico, and beyond. The project is about more than just language, it's about access. “Language inequality isn't just one thing,” Franziska explains. “It’s everything from how kids succeed in school, to how migrants navigate hospitals, to whether indigenous languages are seen as valuable at all.” Flor adds that in Argentina, indigenous and migrant communities often fac