REMARKS
Overview of New York City's linguistic diversity and importance of language access
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Council Member Avilés highlights New York City's status as one of the most linguistically diverse cities in the world and emphasizes the importance of supporting all languages spoken in the city.
- Over 700 languages mapped in New York City by the Endangered Language Alliance
- Emphasis on equitable support and respect for languages from immigrants and indigenous tribes
- Importance of ensuring access to city services for all residents, regardless of preferred language
Alexa Avilés
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New York City is one of the most linguistically diverse cities in the world.
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The endangered language alliance has mapped more than 700 languages spoken in this area and a walk down any busy street in our city can attest to this linguistic richness.
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Languages from immigrants across the world and from indigenous tribes should be equitably supported and respected.
