NIGERIA, March 20 -- Language has taken center stage in advancing inclusive education, as experts at the Language, Education and Inclusion Conference emphasized its critical role in shaping equitable learning environments, calling for stronger policies and practices that embrace multilingualism and ensure no learner is left behind.

In November 2025, the British Council hosted the Language, Education and Inclusion Conference in Abuja.

The event brought together policymakers, researchers, teachers and development partners from across Africa, South Asia and the United Kingdom to explore how education systems can become more inclusive and equitable, with particular attention to the role language plays in teaching and learning.

The conferen...