Summary
Immigrants and refugees in Utah have a very strong desire to learn English, a new United Way of Salt Lake report concludes. They need English to find better jobs, access their communities and become more involved in their children's education.
Unfortunately, there are many impediments to learning the language, which include a lack of time, a need for child care, difficulty mastering English, transportation and cost. Sometimes, the student is just embarrassed. Without some degree of English proficiency, the immigrant or refugee cannot fully assimilate. They may not be able to advance their job skills and become self- sufficient. It also pinches the work force, which needs workers who are equipped to advance in their respective places of work.See the full content of this document
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Invest in English Instruction
The report, "Building on Common Ground: A Framework for Immigrant Integration," recommends that a state-leve...
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