Welsh Centre for Language Planning – in partnership with the Institute of Welsh PoliticsEdwina Hart’s response to the Report of the Welsh Language and Economic Development Task and Finish Group is due to be published shortly. A number of other key reports have also referred to the connection between the vitality of the Welsh language and economic prosperity.  
This timely conference will provide an opportunity for policy makers, politicians, community organisations, mentrau iaith, language planners, local authorities, academics and the business sector to come together to discuss the broad subject of ‘language and economy’ and think beyond simple slogans.
In addition to analysing this subject, we’ll consider local efforts to develop economic enterprises that give status to the Welsh language and provide employment for Welsh speakers in the north and west of Wales. 
 
There will also be an opportunity to discuss:

– What action is needed at a national and regional policy level to ensure economic conditions that support Welsh communities?
– What is needed in order to promote enterprise, give status to Welsh and support employment for Welsh speakers within various sectors in the north and west of Wales?  
Speakers include:
Wynfford James, Welsh Language Commissioner
Bethan Webb, Welsh Government  
Selwyn Williams, Bangor University
Menna Jones, Antur Waunfawr   
Euros Lewis, Wes Glei  
Gwyn Roberts, Galeri Caernarfon
Meirion Davies, Menter Iaith Conwy  
Alun Jones, Menter a Busnes   
Dylan Iorwerth, Golwg
 
Cost (including refreshments and lunch):
IAITH members: £40
Non-members: £65
 
Registration Form

Please register by Friday 12th September