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Aim and Hypothesis
To complete extensive and recognised research into the Creole and Patwa Language which is a language used by the African Caribbean Community currently unrecognised. The Creole and Patwa language was used extensively by Bob Marley in his songs and it is estimated that 90% of the African Caribbean Community use it as a second language.
The hypothesis is that the language presents itself as a barrier to the
African Caribbean Communty and to the organisatons that provide services. This is because the language is stigmatised, unrecognised and misunderstood by the Establishment.
Objectives
To bring recognition of the Creole and Patwa language and how it impacts upon the African Caribbean community accessing and receiving services and also the barrier it presents for government agencies attempting to provide services. A more mutual understanding is actively sought.
To raise awareness at national level through the Education Department, the Department of Health and Social Services, The Police Service, The Probation Service, The Immigration Service and the Judicial Service of the impact and effect of the Creole and Patwa language and how it excludes access and presentation of services.
To promote strategic direction for the above organisations based on research findings in addition to filling a gap in the research currently available.
To educate and train the above organisations as well as all voluntary groups and the community on cultural and diversity.
To help to culturally match services through a culturally tailored on line recruitment and advertising process.
Intended date of business start up
Launch date for the Luton Creole Project will be Friday 26 October 2001 at the African Caribbean Day Centre, Old School House, Trinity Road, Luton, 11.30 - 3.00 pm.
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