6.2. What are the views of young people leaving Welsh-medium or bilingual compulsory education on continuing to use Welsh for studying in the tertiary sector and/or in their careers?

6.2a How confident and/or motivated are they to use it, and what could support or encourage them to do so?
6.2b What are their perceptions of the value of their Welsh language skills for their future careers?

Background

Cymraeg 2050 sets a target to reach one million Welsh speakers by 2050. A key part of achieving this goal is promoting the intergenerational transmission of the language. The strategy also recognises the vital role of the early years and compulsory education sectors in providing opportunities for children and young people to acquire or learn Welsh. Also essential is facilitating opportunities to acquire or further develop Welsh language skills later in life—through post-compulsory education and training, in the workplace, and via other networks.

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