San Diego, CA—Staying Connected

Located in all 50 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., U.S. territories, and over 40 countries worldwide, Members of the National Language Service Corps (NLSC) now account for 5,900 multilingual individuals who represent more than 330 languages and various occupational and cultural backgrounds. No matter their location, NLSC Members often enjoy networking and learning more about the NLSC from fellow Members and staff. One such opportunity arose when the NLSC hosted a Meet & Greet in San Diego, California on Friday, June 26, 2015.

The NLSC issues volunteer challenge to its membership

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported approximately 62.6 million people volunteered for an organization between September, 2012 – 2013. Additionally, volunteers spent a median of 50 hours on volunteer activities during that same period. Last April, the National Language Service Corps (NLSC) challenged its membership to volunteer their language skills in service of others during National Volunteer Week 2013.

The NLSC completes a successful year in 2013

2013 was a good year for the National Language Service Corps (NLSC) beginning with The President of the United States signing the 2013 National Defense Authorization Act which established the NLSC as a permanent program within the Department of Defense. NLSC Members are grateful for the opportunity to grow as a language resource serving government agencies.

The National Language Service Corps attends the Annual Smithsonian Folklife Festival

Summer is a time of recreation and extreme weather conditions. For the National Language Service Corps (NLSC), summer is a time to connect with Members and learn about the endangered languages of the world. Despite the blazing 92 degree weather, over 65 NLSC members, staff, and friends united to attend the 42^nd Annual Smithsonian Folklife Festival on Saturday, July 6^th as an activity for the NLSC Washington, D.C. Regional Chapter.

The National Language Service Corps Salutes its Membership

Having a diverse membership with varying professional skill sets and backgrounds proves to be an asset to the National Language Service Corps (NLSC). With approximately 4,300 Members representing 287 languages, the NLSC continues to proactively manage its current membership. Hosting Regional Member Meet & Greets is one component of the NLSC’s Member management.

The NLSC Reaches New Milestones

The NLSC continues to manage its incoming volunteer membership as well as facilitate the appointment of Members as federal employees to support language and cultural demands of future clients.