Language

Learning one of the national languages is a crucial step towards social participation. Specific information provides the necessary support for people on this journey. Volunteers and professionals play a key role in this process. Resources and tips for them are centralized in this section.

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Language learning

One effective step towards integration is to learn a national language. A large number of schools offer language courses, but various non-profit organizations and public institutions also help migrants to learn a local language.

Relevant publications

Publications for professionals
voCHabular

Learning German by yourself is no easy task, but arriving in Switzerland and trying to understand Swiss German at the same time is even more challenging. That is why we founded voCHabular. We are working together to create self-teaching materials, in the f…

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Public Information
Talk to Me and Listen to Me!

12 ways we can help our children learn to talk. [Order form link](https://www.sg.ch/gesundheit-soziales/soziales-in-leichter-sprache/integration-in-leichter-sprache/fruehe-kindheit/tipps-fuer-eltern-zum-lernen-der-sprache/bestell-formular-ratgeber--sprich…

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Tools for comprehension and communication

When communicating with patients with a migrant background, communication difficulties can arise that make it difficult to provide appropriate care and treatment.
Tools such as apps, websites, checklists and brochures offer support in taking diversity into account and overcoming communication barriers.

Digital tools

With the internet and apps, foreign speakers can learn a language independently and communicate in everyday life. Various portals offer videos with conversations or grammar exercises. Many are free of charge. Sometimes apps also offer paid modules.