What is BLC?
Business Language Champions supports schools and businesses to work together to motivate and inspire young people in the UK to learn languages for work.  The programme is sponsored by the Department for Children, Schools and Families (DCSF) and is run with the help of regional and national partners.

Who is BLC for?
The programme concentrates on inspiring 11-16 year olds to continue with language learning and involves employers, from across all sectors, who recognise the importance of language and intercultural skills to successful business. 

How big is BLC?
Over 150 businesses from across the UK have been Business Language Champions, with many working with more than one school and returning year after year to inspire new groups of students. 

Why should my business get involved?

• Develop your corporate social responsibility programme.
• Harness enthusiasm amongst employees for language learning.
• Help develop the skills of future employees.
• Increase your local, regional and national profile.

Why should my school get involved?

• Encourage students to pursue language learning and see the relevance of such skills to their own future employability.
• Harness enthusiasm for language skills amongst teachers, managers, governors and parents
• Increase your local, regional and national profile.
• Develop replicable activities and resources.

What kind of activities could I expect to be involved in?

• Presentations to students.
• Developing resources or marketing materials in target languages.
• Student or teacher visits to business premises.
• Mentoring students.
• Providing work experience placements.

Where can I find out further information?
For more information or to register your interest as a potential Business Language Champion please contact your regional BLC Project Manager.