Advocating for Multilingual Learners

A Guide for Educators

Equip yourself with the tools to champion equitable education for every multilingual learner

Multilingual learners (MLs) are our fastest-growing student population, yet they often lack a voice in their own education. Without intentional advocacy, systemic barriers stand in the way of their potential. Navigating these challenges can feel overwhelming, but this approachable guide can help build a shared sense of responsibility across your entire school or district. Diane Staehr Fenner and Sydney C. Snyder explore how to foster effective instruction, fair assessments, and robust family partnerships, among other topics.

This essential resource provides:

• A five-step advocacy framework to confidently identify and address the pressing issues facing your MLs
• The ML Advocacy Audit and hands-on activities to guide collaborative professional learning
• Real-world stories fro