Project

Creation of a multilingual reference library

Overview

Funds Allocated: 30 000,00 USD

Period: 2011

Beneficiary countries: Tunisia

Applicant: Centre national de traduction

Presentation

The Ministry of Culture’s National Centre for Translation in Tunis aims to establish a multilingual reference library. The project aims to enhance the Centre’s capacity to provide access to information in foreign languages. It is a part of national policies to promote translation as a gateway to enhanced access to the cultural expressions of other countries.

Main activities

  • Selecting and acquiring over 200 multilingual works of reference;
  • Holding workshops and seminars to inform the public;
  • Delivering foreign language courses to young students and graduates to improve their linguistic skills with a view to enhancing their job opportunities; and
  • Communicating and promoting the multilingual reference library.