GWATFL
GWATFL is a non-profit organization dedicated to advocacy and professional development for World Language educators in the Washington, D.C., Northern Virginia, and Maryland areas. Since 1965, GWATFL has focused on providing professional growth and advocacy opportunities for language educators.
The organization envisions language professionals collaborating and advocating to foster the development of passionate, multicultural, and multilingual global citizens.
GWATFL hosts one conference each year and organizes one in-person workshop, in addition to several online events throughout the year. These opportunities are open to language teachers of all languages, career stages, and backgrounds, and presenters are encouraged to submit proposals.Individuals wishing to join GWATFL can apply through the "Grow with GWATFL" button.
The organization envisions language professionals collaborating and advocating to foster the development of passionate, multicultural, and multilingual global citizens.
GWATFL hosts one conference each year and organizes one in-person workshop, in addition to several online events throughout the year. These opportunities are open to language teachers of all languages, career stages, and backgrounds, and presenters are encouraged to submit proposals.Individuals wishing to join GWATFL can apply through the "Grow with GWATFL" button.
Grow with GWATFL!
"Grow with GWATFL" is an initiative designed to engage members in advancing the organization's mission and vision. Through the GWATFL Member Action Program (MAP), members can contribute by volunteering, participating in leadership roles, and joining the GWATFL board. This program offers opportunities to influence GWATFL initiatives, serve in leadership positions, and become part of the board, fostering a vibrant community of world language professionals.