MenterIaith Môn

 

INTRODUCTION

 

Menter Iaith Môn(Anglesey Language Initiative) aims to promote and facilitate
the use of the Welsh language on the island by working closelywith
individuals, organisations and businesses within the community.

 

 

THE WELSH LANGUAGE ON ANGLESEY

 

The 1991 census revealed that there were 42,000 Welsh speakers on Anglesey, which is 61% of the population. However, the profile and status of the Welsh language is often secondary to English.

National research by NOP revealed that 88% of the population felt that the Welsh language was something to be proud of and that 75% believed that it should have equal status with English. Research undertaken by Menter Iaith Môn showed that 84% of the people on Anglesey supported the use of Welsh in business and that 74% of Welsh speakers would be more likely to use a business if it offered a bilingual service. When asked if the Welsh language was an attraction 77% of visitors believed it was.

 

 

MENTER IAITH MÔN

 

Menter Môn established the language initiative in order to ensure that Welsh is sustained and encouraged at a community level. It was launched in 1997 with financial assistance from Anglesey County Council and the Welsh Language Board. Schemes are implemented in various sectors.

The work includes:

  • highlighting the financial benefits of bilingualism within the private sector;
  • facilitating the use of Welsh within voluntary bodies;
  • administering a community translation service;
  • organising activities for learners;
  • raising the profile of local culture and heritage within the tourism industry;
  • offering advice on bilingualism and distributing resources aimed at encouraging the use of Welsh.

 

Language and your Business

Iaith a'ch Busnes

 

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1997-1999. Designed and produced by John Ferry


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