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Stratégie du  Jèrriais 2022-2025

R.43/2022

Jèrriais Language  

Strategy 2022-2025

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Lé Cont'nu

Contents

Avant-propos 03

Foreword

Întroduction 04

Introduction

Vîsion 05

Vision

Direction Stratégique 06

Strategic Direction

Apprendrie d'la langue   11

 Language Acquisition

Usage d'la langue 12

 Language Use

Posîtion d'la langue 13

 Language Status

Corps dé la langue 14

 Language Corpus

Plian'nie d'la langue 15

Language Planning

Êpilogue 16

Afterword

Avant-propos  

Foreword

The 20my national language that I've sadlyth century was enormously har, never been able to d on Jèrriais, which is  Thersupport is vital if we are's no doubt in my mind that continuing political e ever to reach a point where  speak. The 21st century however, is already looking  Jèrriais might sustain itself. HappilyI've been a States Member, I've seen crucial support , in the few years that  

increasingly positive and this strategy is the next step  offered from the Assembly. Notably from my predecessor  forward in developing a vibrant future for Jèrriais.  in the rwho continues to champion the language and whose successful amendment ensurole of Assistant Ministered that Jèrriais became one , Deputy Montfort Tadier ,  

For the making rwhilst thersay that the language'fieal prrst time in my lifetime, it feels as though we're is still a very long rogress in the development of Jèrriais and s future is securoad to travel before, there are exciting e we can e  of three official languages of the States.  

signs that the goal is actually achievable.  That amendment was a development of a successful  

proposition that places a responsibility on the Government  

to use the public sector to promote Jèrriais. As a result,  This 2022-25 strategy builds on the work of the 2017-19  

we are already seeing the language appear around us on  Jèrriais Plan, which led to significant growth in the number  

letterheads, signs and so on, all of which raises its profile  of learners of all ages and saw the launch of La Fête du  

and ensures Islanders are aware of its importance. Making  Jèrriais and the translation of three children's books, which  

the language visible is a vital step forward and one in  have been distributed to over 3000 children.  

which the States has a key role to play.  

As a result of the excellent work and incredible enthusiasm  

Despite all this great work, the fact is that Jèrriais remains  of everyone at L'Office du Jèrriais in developing this  

endangered and will require significant ongoing support to  strategy, we can expect to see a range of initiatives in the  

survive and thrive. I passionately believe that this can be  coming years that will help deliver on its five themes and will  

done and that Jèrriais will have an increasingly important  ensure that Jèrriais remains a living language that is relevant  

role to play as a key cultural component of our Island  

to Islanders in the 21st century.  

community that all Islanders can enjoy and be proud of  using.  

Among those initiatives are an early-years programme, a  

cross-curricular Jèrriais programme in schools and online  

This strategy gives me enormous  lessons for adults and younger students. The government  

hope that the darkest days for our  also has a role to play in building on the success of these  

language are in the past and that  past years by seeking ratification of the European Charter  

a wonderful future for it lies ahead.  for Regional or Minority Languages, in respect of Jèrriais.  

This is something that is being worked on at the moment  

and which will help ensure future governments are bound   Deputy Kirsten Morel ,  

to continue to support our Island's language.  Assistant Minister with  

Responsibility for Culture.

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Întroduction

Introduction

The first Jèrriais Plan 2017-2019 was presented to  A concerted effort will be needed to bring relevant

the States of Jersey on 16th June 2017 by the  parties together to ensure endeavours are coordinated Minister for Economic Development, Tourism, Sport  and in line with the aims of this strategy. Foremost and Culture. Since then, great strides have been taken  amongst those aims is the need to increase the

to implement the ambitions of that plan and the  acquisition of the language by growing the number revitalisation of Jèrriais is gaining momentum.  of learners and, ultimately, speakers.

Good progress has been made in increasing the  In orJèrriais, initiatives will need to be developed that der to provide additional incentives to learn number of students age. Morbeen established and the status of the language has been elevated.e social opportunities to use Jèrriais have learning the language at every  prlanguage outside the classrovide opportunities to incroom. ease the use of the

As well as the importance of being able to hear and The Government of Jersey has demonstrated a firm  speak more Jèrriais, the increased visibility of the commitment to supporting Jèrriais by adopting it as  language will be vital in motivating islanders to learn an official language and agreeing to implement  their native tongue. This strategy suggests ways in bilingual branding. This commitment has been  which the status of Jèrriais could be enhanced

further cemented by a pledge to fund the expansion of  further.

the Jèrriais teaching service. The Government Plan

2020-2023 states:  Underpinning these aims is the essential task of

developing the corpus of Jèrriais. That is, undertaking "We are acting to deliver on the strategic policies to  work that contributes to a comprehensive linguistic which the States Assembly has agreed, as well as on  picture of the language and ensuring that Jèrriais

its decisions for funding for arts, culture and heritage,  continues to develop and evolve, as all living

to protect Jèrriais and to confront the climate  languages must.

emergency.

At this crucial juncture for Jèrriais, the immediate Recognising the importance of Jèrriais to our  challenge is to establish a critical mass of learners,

Island culture, we will provide funding to enhance  such that a sufficient level of interest can be

the Jèrriais teaching service, to cover up to seven  maintained in the language, while stabilising and members of staff and cover teaching and other costs  ultimately reversing the decline in the number of during 2020-2023."  speakers.

While significant progress has been made, there is still  Coupled with this is the need to provide ample much work to be done and the Jèrriais Language  opportunity for Jèrriais learners to exercise their Strategy 2022-2025 outlines the aims and objectives  language skills, supported by a rich body of material for the immediate future of the language. and resources.

Vîsion

Vision

Our vision is that Jèrriais will be:  

Spoken

Shared

Supported

Sustained

Spoken  

Jèrriais will be learned and used by people of all ages. We will  give the children of Jersey the best start in life with all the  cognitive benefits of multilingualism.

Shared  

Jèrriais will be celebrated as part of what makes Jersey unique. It is  part of our cultural identity as a small Island nation and has the ability  to bring us together, connect us to our environment and attract visitors  to our island.

Supported  

Jèrriais will be valued by our community, businesses and  government. Our language will bring social, economic and  educational benefits to Jersey.

Sustained  

Jèrriais will thrive with the commitment of people from across the  community, be they native speakers, learners or enthusiasts.  Together, we will ensure Jèrriais develops as a living language.

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Strategic Direction

The strategic direction of L'Office du Jèrriais* is aligned to The Education Business Plan 2015 & Business Plan Update 2017-19; The Government of Jersey Common Strategic Policy 2018-20; The Government of Jersey Government Plan 2022-2025; Draft Heritage Strategy 2021; Government of Jersey Language Policy for Jersey  Education 2022; Government of Jersey Early Years Foundation Stage.

Education Business Plan

The key objective for curriculum in the Education Business Plan 2015 is:

To reshape the Island's curriculum so that children and young people can not only achieve recognised qualifications but also aligned to the Island'understand and lears economy and economic needs.'n from Jersey's history and culture and benefit from a vocational programme

Actions from 2015 included collaborating with cultural services and accessing local expertise in order to provide an entitlement for children and young people to learn about local history, geography and culture in the Jersey Curriculum', supported with the introduction of a Jersey Cultural Passport'. The Jèrriais Teaching Service is supporting schools in delivering this entitlement thrlessons , as well as working with the School Improvement and Advisory Service to look at how ough the provision of extra-curricular Jèrriais language Jèrriais can be

incorporated into humanities subjects. Furthermore, the Teaching Service has been liaising with Jersey Heritage and National Trust for Jersey and Jèrriais now features in an increasing number of their publications produced for children.

A review into how languages are taught in schools was launched in 2018 with the aim of ensuring more children in Jersey have the opportunity to learn and enjoy using a range of other languages, including Jèrriais'. Actions from 2015 included agreeing a single island-wide approach to the teaching and learning of languages in primary schools' and the Jèrriais Teaching Service has been working with the French Lead Teacher to ensure a pedagogical approach that is consistent with the teaching of other languages in Island schools.

Furthermore, the Teaching Service has forged strong links with Jersey Library and is working to help support  *Definition of L'Office du Jèrriais

informal life-long learning and opportunities to explore and be creative'. Jèrriais taster sessions have taken

place at the library and some well-known picture books have been translated into Jèrriais for younger  L'Office du Jèrriais: The branding of "L'Office du Jèrriais" now learners to enjoy. L'Office du Jèrriais has also had a presence at Library events such as the Local History Fair. covers the developing Jèrriais Teaching Service ("JTS" at CYPES) and the developing Jèrriais Promotion Team ("JPJH" at Jersey

Heritage), using intellectual property by agreement of Le Don Balleine Incorporated Association.

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Government of Jersey Common Strategic Policy

Jèrriais has a part to play in helping the Government of Jersey achieve each of the five strategic priorities within its Common Strategic Policy.

The Policy aims to put children first by improving their educational outcomes' and giving them the best start in life' so they go on to fulfil their potential'. As stated in the Jèrriais Plan 2017-19 there is evidence to suggest that language learning and bilingualism has cognitive benefits. When the Jèrriais Teaching Service visited bilingual co-educational comprehensive secondary school Ysgol Brynhyfryd in Ruthin in 2018, headteacher Geraint Parry highlighted the advantage of bilingualism for Welsh learners. Recently, the school celebrated the highest GCSE and A'Level results in Denbighshire, exceeding results achieved by children in English medium schools.

The Government of Jersey plans to incorporate the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC)'. Article 30 of the UNCRC gives children the right to learn about and practice their own culture, language and religion'. In addition, Article 31 gives children the right to join in a wide range of cultural activities'. The Jèrriais Teaching Service offers children in Jersey these opportunities by enabling them to learn about their culture through the Island's indigenous language. The high level of uptake of lessons in primary schools and the popularity of new adult classes demonstrates that there is demand for cultural enrichment in the form of Jèrriais language learning.

The Government of Jersey aims to improve Islanders' wellbeing and mental and physical health' through investment in sport, culture and the environment'. L'Office du Jèrriais is one of the community interest groups and organisations that already works to improve Islanders' wellbeing by organising social activities and supporting initiatives that celebrate our culture and promote social cohesion. For example, L'Office co-ordinates conversation groups in different parts of the Island that enable elderly Jèrriais speakers to meet and talk together on a regular basis, while also giving them the opportunity to socialise with younger learners. L'Office has also collaborated with Jersey Heritage on the creation of a Jèrriais version of the Memory Box app, designed to help stimulate memories and start conversations'.

In addition, the TEisteddfod  with the intreaching Service has been working to oduction of two new classes in 2018. The opportunity to take part in a Dramatic reinvigorate the Jèrriais section of the Jersey Presentation and join in with Choral Singing encouraged much greater participation and a larger audience in

November 2018 and for two years running St Ouen's Parish Hall was full to capacity.

The Strategic Policy aims to create a sustainable, vibrant economy' by enhancing the Island's international profile' and promoting our Island identity beyond financial services'. Jèrriais is unique and has an important role to play in promoting and protecting Jersey's interests and international profile. Examples such as Cornwall and the Isle of Man demonstrate how difference has value and garners interest. Jersey's language is what sets

it apart. A great deal of progress has been made in terms of raising the profile of Jèrriais and increasing its visibility. With the help of L'Office du Jèrriais the Government of Jersey has adopted bilingual English-Jèrriais  branding, government departments are increasingly displaying bilingual signage and States Members are  carrying bilingual cards. L'Office is also working with local businesses to help them exploit the Jèrriais language  for promoting products and services.

Furthermore, as previously established, bilingualism boasts cognitive benefits and Jersey's children have the opportunity to learn a variety of languages in schools, including Jèrriais. Such opportunities increase the chances of raising attainment and improving skills in the future local workforce.

The Government of Jersey aims to reduce income inequality and improve the standard of living'. Part of this

effort includes tackling loneliness and social exclusion by working with parishes and community groups to

support the prthe children choosing to take up Jèrriais lessons arovision of social and cultural activities that bring dife of Polish and Portuguese heritage, demonstrating a desirferent people together. A large percentage of e among the migrant population to learn more about the island they have chosen for a home. Children have

demonstrated grstudents on the adult preater pride and enthusiasm in learogramme have reported feeling a grning the local language above other languages and owing sense of connection to Jersey since starting Jèrriais lessons.

The Strategic Policy aims to protect and value' as well as improve the built environment, to retain the sense of place, culture and distinctive local identity'. Jèrriais is fundamental to this aim. L'Office du Jèrriais has been  working with the Parish of St Helier to increase the visibility of Jèrriais in and around Town and offers a translation  service to enable interested organisations to include Jèrriais in their branding and communications. Jèrriais also  features in a number of Island publications including the JEP, Rural magazine and parish newsletters. In addition,  l'Office has been working to develop closer relationships with other cultural organisations. The first annual Fête  

du Jèrriais took place in September 2018 and incorporated events from the Jersey Song Project and Festival of Words. The second festival took place in May 2019 in association with Jersey Heritage.

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Draft Heritage Strategy

The Jersey Heritage Strategy aims to "Realise the value of intangible heritage including Jèrriais in Island identity." Jersey's native language, experienced by Islanders on a daily basis, today mostly only through place-names, is arguably our most important intangible heritage asset, deeply intertwined with our environmental and cultural heritage.

Why do we think this is important?

Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) includes the traditions, practices or living expressions of groups and communities, such as oral traditions, performing arts, social practices, rituals, festive events and traditional crafts. While these may not be tangible, they are a very important part of our cultural heritage: a living form of heritage which is continuously recreated, evolving as communities adapt their practices and traditions in response to their environment. It provides a sense of identity and belonging in relation to our own cultures which, in turn, promotes respect and understanding for the cultures of others. An inclusive approach to ICH respects the diversity of Jersey's communities and is referred to as 'ICH in Jersey' rather than 'Jersey ICH'.

Having established the post of Jèrriais Promotion Officer at Jersey Heritage in 2019 to work in collaboration with the Jèrriais Advisory Group and the Jèrriais Teaching Service at CYPES, the intention is to appoint additional staff to develop a small Jèrriais promotion team. The results of new work on this programme will be:

Research to create an inventory of intangible heritage assets - the parameters of a national inventory of ICH in Jersey should accord with the 2003 UNESCO Convention on Intangible Cultural Heritage domains and be a

reflection of living' practices and knowledge rather than a record of purely historical ICH.

Publication of the inventory - a flexible, customised Wiki-style database will allow the specification of the inventory to grow organically with its development mirroring the dynamic nature of ICH knowledge, allowing for

monitoring and review of fragility. This will act as a prompt for early safeguarding intervention.

Safeguarding programmes for ICH through education - the use of the inventory for educational purposes will facilitate the transmission of ICH from generation to generation. Jersey Heritage will develop and publish a

programme of support for practitioners.

Model Language Plan - Jersey Heritage will develop and implement a Language Plan as a model for roll out in public administration, including guidance on social and professional use of Jèrriais and public programmes to

increase the visibility and status of Jèrriais.

Government of Jersey Language for Education Policy

The Government of Jersey will launch an important language policy in 2022 that aims to support multilingual learners in all educational settings in the Island. Through the implementation of this policy, Jèrriais will become more audible and visible in and beyond our educational settings as well as a logical addition to the linguistic repertoire of our learners. It is the aim of this policy that Jèrriais becomes fully integrated with

Jersey's curriculum, with the potential for students to receive instruction through the medium of Jèrriais. The  use of languages other than English will be encouraged (home languages, Jèrriais, French) through the  Island's physical and digital environments, e.g. signage in multiple languages, quality dual language texts,  

as well as visiting speakers.  

Schools and colleges will ensure that the linguistic landscape of the school celebrates the languages of their statheir language teaching prff and students, as well as Jèrriais, as the local heritage language. Schools will, as is feasible, brovisions to include the languages spoken by significant numbers of Jersey oaden

students, and the teaching of Jèrriais. The Jèrriais Teaching Service will provide support to schools in widening the scope of exposure to Jèrriais by providing teaching materials, support for special events, and connections for Island-based field trips and experiential learning. Language teams responsible for EAL, MFL, the French Experience, and Jèrriais will work together to connect and enhance language teaching and

learning across provisions.

Government of Jersey Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)

The Jèrriais Teaching Service will work more closely with Early Years services in future to help implement some of the aims of the Early Yencouraged to "include in their daily practice the principles laid out in the United Nations Convention on the ears Foundation Stage. For example, Early Years practitioners will be  

Rights of the Child; primarily that all children have the right to an education that lays a foundation for the rest  of their lives, maximises their ability and respects their family, cultural and other identities and languages."

Facilitating access to Jèrriais will also help to ensure that "children have many opportunities to experience a  rich and stimulating language environment to develop their confidence and skills in expressing themselves,"  and that "children are supported and encouraged to speak and listen in range of situations." The Jèrriais  Teaching Service will also offer support to care and educational settings in ensuring that, "displays and

resources reflect and promote the language and development of the cohort" and that "practitioners can access CPD opportunities based around supporting children's language development and these are embedded into daily practice."

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LANGUAGE Thèmes et Întentions 1

ACQUISITIONThemes and Aims 1

Language  Acquisition  is  the  most  obvious  and  pressing  goal  for  any  language revitalisation programme. Jèrriais will survive when new learners emerge who then go on to become the speakers of the future. A concerted effort will be made to grow the numbers of learners in as many schools as possible, initially in Key Stage 2, but in the medium to long term it will be important to ensure that children in pre-school and early years settings are exposed to the language. In addition to young students, it will be necessary to teach adults so that a critical mass of learners can be established, thereby stabilising the language and eventually reversing the decline in the number of speakers. A digital platform for learning Jèrriais will offer learners the flexibility they need and, in the long term, an option to offer an accredited qualification will be explored, initially at GCSE level.

THEME 1: Language Acquisition: to increase the number of Jèrriais speakers

Aim 1.1 To increase the number of children and young people learning Jèrriais

- 1.1.1 To continue to develop and expand the Jèrriais education programme within schools

- 1.1.2 To develop opportunities for very young children to learn Jèrriais (for example in pre-schools, nurseries, and parent-toddler groups)

- 1.1.3 To secure a place for Jèrriais in the Jersey Curriculum

- 1.1.4 To create opportunities to enable children and young people to gain an appreciation of the social, cultural, geographical and historical influence of the Jèrriais language

Aim 1.2 To increase the number of adults learning Jèrriais

- 1.2.1 To further develop an adult education programme

Aim 1.3 To work towards offering accredited qualifications in the Jèrriais language

- 1.3.1 To work with other minority language groups to research and  

explore the possibility of offering a GCSE equivalent qualification in Jèrriais.

Aim 1.4 To create a digital platform for learning Jèrriais

- 1.4.1 To develop a Jèrriais Language Learning App

- 1.4.2 To create an online learning resource for Jèrriais

Stratégie du Jèrriais 2022-2025  Jèrriais Language Strategy 2022-2025 Thèmes et Întentions 2

Themes and Aims 2

Language to amongst learn Jèrriais learacquisition ners by that developing cannot will enable happen a number them in to a of vacuum feel opportunities that and their so endeavours for it will  Language be vital are that  Usemeaningful . lear Students ners and are  of incentivised worthwhile. Jèrriais will  LANGUAGEUSE be more motivated to learn knowing that they will have an outlet for their new found language skills.

Having the chance to listen, converse and perform using Jèrriais will help to foster a sense of purpose

Genuine revitalisation is achieved when the language becomes used widely beyond the four walls of

the classroom. Demonstrating that we value Jèrriais by using it widely will bring confidence and a

sense of pride to those learners passionate enough to take an interest in the heritage and culture of

their island.

THEME 2: Language Use: to increase the social and professional use of Jèrriais

Aim 2.1 To increase the number, variety and locations of settings where Jèrriais can be learned and spoken socially- 2.1.1 To recruit and coordinate volunteers to organise social events

- 2.1.2 To develop a variety of social opportunities for Jèrriais use that will appeal to a wide demographic; families, children, young people and adults

- 2.1.3 To develop initiatives to encourage the use of Jèrriais in the home and amongst family and community members

- 2.1.4 To offer professional development and enrichment opportunities to workplaces

Aim 2.2 To increase and develop the use of Jèrriais on social media platforms

- 2.2.1 To increase the visibility of the Jèrriais brand on social media and expand use to platforms that reach a younger audience, e.g. Instagram, TikTok etc.

- 2.2.2 To encourage young people to increase their use of Jèrriais on social media platforms

Aim 2.3 To increase and develop the use of Jèrriais in local media

- 2.3.1 To work with radio, online and print media to increase the prevalence of Jèrriais and  develop a greater variety of content that appeals to a wider demographic

Aim 2.4 To increase and develop the use of Jèrriais in terms of arts and entertainment

- 2.4.1 To develop and expand the programme of La Fête du Jèrriais

- 2.4.2 To develop stronger links with local arts, culture and heritage organisations and  community groups

- 2.4.3 To continue to publish contemporary literature that will reach a wider demographic

- 2.4.4 To encourage the use of Jèrriais by local artists, creatives and sports organisations

- 2.4.5 To continue to diversify the Jèrriais Section of the Jersey Eisteddfod in order to  encourage greater participation and attract larger audiences

LANGUAGE

STATUS


Themes and Aims 3

Another important factor in motivating learners is that of  Language Status. As well as having opportunities  to  use  Jèrriais,  it  will  be  important  for  learners  that  the  language  gains  greater prominence  in  public  life.  Furthermore,  according  a  higher  profile  to  Jèrriais  demonstrates  to visitors and those beyond our shores that we have a unique identity and cultural heritage of which we can all feel proud. Learning from and working with other jurisdictions with programmes in place to revitalise their own minority languages will be invaluable in providing the support needed to help Jèrriais thrive. Applying good practice from around the world will ensure that efforts to revitalise Jèrriais can be maximised.

THEME 3: Language Status: to increase the visibility and status of Jèrriais

Aim 3.1 To increase the status of the Jèrriais language

- 3.1.1 To secure ratification for Jèrriais and measure progress against the benchmark of the European Charter for Regional and Minority Languages

- 3.1.2 To build relationships and work with colleagues involved in the revitalisation of other minority languages

- 3.1.3 To represent Jèrriais externally by engaging with the work of the British Irish Council, the European Language Equality Network, Cambridge University and Région Normandie

Aim 3.2 To increase the use of Jèrriais by the Government of Jersey and by the wider public, private and voluntary sectors

- 3.2.1 To support government departments in adopting an appropriate Jèrriais language plan tailored to their internal and external activities

- 3.2.2 To support government in strengthening its guidance for publicly funded bodies, and in using its influence with utilities and other bodies to normalise use of Jèrriais

- 3.2.3 To work with CYPES to facilitate signage and usage of Jèrriais in schools and other facilities within its remit

- 3.2.4 To develop the use of Jèrriais in bilingual signage, letter-headings, publications, websites and social media in both the public and private sectors

- 3.2.5 To lobby and raise awareness in support of the wider use of Jèrriais as a unique selling point that can add value to Jersey's economy

Aim 3.3 To increase the visibility of Jèrriais in and around the local environment

- 3.3.1 To work with parishes to increase the use and visibility of Jèrriais in signage, communications and branding

- 3.3.2 To encourage engagement with Jèrriais by parish communities with the support of parish administrations

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Whilst there exists a significant body of Jèrriais literature, it will be vital to ensure that work

continues on enriching the Language Corpus. Extensive work has been undertaken in recording

native speakers - a precious resource Jèrriais is very fortunate to possess. This work must be

continued  and  intensified  without  delay,  given  the  critical  situation  of  the  language.

Comprehensive  lexical  and  grammatical  titles  will  be  essential  in  offering  future  learners  A LIVING LANGUAGE invaluable reference material with which to further their knowledge of Jèrriais. In addition to this,

the important role of the Jèrriais Language Academy must be developed in ensuring that a  

standard written form of Jèrriais is agreed and that relevant vocabulary is established for future  

use.

THEME 4: Language Corpus: to standardise Jèrriais and ensure it develops as  a living language  

Aim 4.1 To develop the Jèrriais Promotion team at Jersey Heritage

- 4.1.1 The Jèrriais Promotion team to lead the development of Language Corpus

Aim 4.2 To develop a standard written form of Jèrriais  

- 4.2.1 To develop the role of the Jèrriais Language Academy

- 4.2.2 To offer a platform to revitalise Jèrriais literature and literacy by establishing a  regular publication that seeks contributions from across the Jèrriais speaking  community

- 4.2.3 To provide an official translation service to government, with requests being  directed to Jèrriais Promotion at Jersey Heritage in the first instance  

- 4.2.4 To provide translation guidance and, where practical, a translation service for  commercial bodies, private individuals and the voluntary sector

Aim 4.3 To create a searchable, editable online repository for Jèrriais

- 4.3.1 To create searchable, online dictionaries

Aim 4.4 To publish new comprehensive grammar materials for Jèrriais

- 4.4.1 To produce a contemporary and accessible grammar text for Jèrriais

Aim 4.5 To capture the voices and stories of native Jèrriais speakers

- 4.5.1 To create both audio and audio-visual recordings of native Jèrriais speakers

- 4.5.2 To tell the story of the Jèrriais language in the form of a documentary film

LANGUAGEPLANNING Themes and Aims 5

Language Planning  underpins all the other themes in this strategy and will be central to the success of the revitalisation of the Jèrriais language. As such, the Jèrriais Language Strategy 2022-2025 sets out a series of ambitious yet achievable targets that will need to be met if the language is to continue on its current upward trajectory towards significant revitalisation. A coordinated  effort  is  key  to  ensuring  that  the  considerable  passion  and  energy  of  staff, volunteers and enthusiasts can be harnessed and deployed in an effective and meaningful way.

THEME 5: Language Planning: to centralise and coordinate efforts surrounding the Jèrriais language

Aim 5.1 To bring all interested parties together to identify clearly defined roles and responsibilities and ensure a coordinated effort

- 5.1.1 To develop, implement and maintain a language plan framework for Jèrriais, to be applied by government departments and other bodies

- 5.1.2 To bring the Jèrriais Teaching Service under the stewardship of CYPES

- 5.1.3 To develop the roles of Jèrriais Head of Service and Jèrriais Promotion Officer as central points of contact for respective functions

- 5.1.4 To continue to train and support Jèrriais teachers, as well as recruit and train additional teachers

- 5.1.5 To continue to train and support Jèrriais promotion staff, as well as recruit and train additional staff

- 5.1.6 To employ a part-time administrative officer to coordinate and assist with promotional and educational efforts

- 5.1.7 To implement the aims of the Jèrriais Language Strategy and evaluate outcomes

- 5.1.8 To place Jèrriais at the heart of a Jersey Schools Language Policy

- 5.1.9 To place Jèrriais at the heart of Jersey Arts, Culture and Heritage Strategies

- 5.1.10 To develop the role of the Jèrriais Advisory Group (JAG)

Aim 5.2 To identify and develop funding streams to support the programme of work

- 5.2.1 To seek and secure additional funding for extraordinary projects

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Êpilogue Afterword

Jèrriais is in the DNA of Jersey. To quote Professor of Linguistics, Paul Birt, "There are few languages I know with such a richness of expression, some of her idioms are poetryJèrriais belongs to Jersey, and without it Jersey would, I believe, stop being Jersey." We have an opportunity now to reanimate a vital part of our culture, comprised of thousands of words, poems, stories and histories in a language that traces its origins back to the time of William the Conqueror, himself a speaker of a close linguistic cousin of Jèrriais.

At a time when identity seems to have taken on a renewed significance, despite being increasingly difficult to define, Jèrriais can instil in all inhabitants of Jersey a sense of belonging, a means of feeling part of their community in a way that arguably no other cultural phenomenon can. Jèrriais can be an integral part of our Island identity, promoted by businesses and organisations and used as a unique selling point to those beyond our shores. Our precious language can play a significant role in fostering social cohesion and a sense of self-confidence amongst Islanders and, as such, we should treasure it, nurture it and be proud of it.

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Jèrriais Promotion

+44 (0)1534 633325

geraint.jennings@jerseyheritage.org

www.jerriais.org.je Jèrriais Teaching Service

+44 (0)1534 449292 b.spink@jeron.je

www.learnjerriais.org.je

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