British Association for Applied Linguistics (BAAL)
BAAL is a professional association based in the UK, which provides a forum for people interested in language and the applications of linguistics. BAAL is an affiliate of AILA (the International Association of Applied Linguistics).

To meet particular applied linguistics needs, members of BAAL have set up several Special Interest Groups (SIGs).

European Language Council
The European Language Council is an independent association whose main aim is the quantitative and qualitative improvement of knowledge of the languages and cultures of the European Union and beyond. Explore to find out a list of European co-operation and development projects in language learning and culture.

European Centre for Modern Languages
The European Centre for Modern Languages (ECML) is a unique institution that was established in 1995 to encourage excellence and innovation in language teaching. It shares CILT’s core values around the importance of understanding and communicating with one another across borders, and is an important catalyst for reform.

The Linguist List
The LINGUIST List is dedicated to providing information on language and language analysis, and to providing the discipline of linguistics with the infrastructure necessary to function in the digital world. Get the latest information on conferences, publications, resources, job vacancies and mailing lists in the world of linguistics and applied linguistics.

Association for Language Learning (ALL)
The Association for Language Learning is the UK's major subject association for teachers of foreign languages. ALL is committed to the professional development of teachers of languages and the promotion of language learning and teaching.

Subject Centre for Languages, Linguistics and Area Studies (LLAS)
The Subject Centre for Languages, Linguistics and Area Studies one of 24 Subject Centres funded by the Higher Education Academy. Its primary aim is to support learning and teaching of Languages,Linguistics and Area Studies across UK Higher Education.

University Council of Modern Languages (UCML)
UCML represents the interests of modern languages, linguistics and cultural and area studies in higher education throughout the United Kingdom, and works with corresponding bodies in other countries.
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