this program is a must in the survival of the ameirca. in traveling the globe interacting the persons of and alleged third world country every on speaks three to four languages. the average american cannot grasp a command much less understand english in a globalized economy. instead arrogantly boast a facade, "america is the greatest country in world" and jus be a part of the world. this organization is the only one i know of in the attempt to bring american chidren is meeting the needs of the world.
Get events to reach the community! The events at the Mall on Fowler, then, at Westshore Mall had a good turnout!
Our 7 year old is learning Spanish for the first time. Our teacher is great at teaching through games and interactive speaking opportunities. She is incredibly patient with the time it takes for the children to learn how to pronounce new words.
I simple don’t have words to describe what Redefiners means to me. Summer 2021 I googled “volunteers opportunities near me “without researching much I found that place that offered Arabic, Chinese and Spanish classes. I applied for a summer camp as Spanish Assistant Teacher and for two consecutive years I’ve had the pleasure to help, connect and make part of an amazing community. Kudos to Redefiners and all the staff:).
It is my first time working in a non-profit organization. Grateful for the opportunity it has given me to do what I am passionate about. I have the privilege of teaching my native language and somehow bringing both the children and adults of our community closer to knowing each other better and interacting. benefiting from everything positive that cultural diversity possesses.
I feel that the contribution has more added values such as integration and acceptance.
Personally, my experience is being rewarding and beautiful. On the previous cycle I had the privilege of having an student with special educational needs, who made the classes a wonderful challenge.
ReDefiners help me to improve my English language. They have wonderful teachers. They provide different services to the community. They have useful material that help student how to communicate at society. They also have a lot of courses not learning English only, they offer Arabic, Spanish and Mandarin.
It such a wonderful organization to be a part of! They offer language classes that help people learn another language in a more relaxed way. I have had the privilege of watching students become more comfortable speaking in another language and feel so excited about what they learn from their dedicated teachers at Redefiners.
While my background is Colombian, I didn’t use Spanish regularly at home; my son could understand but he wouldn’t respond to me in Spanish. It bothered me but the need to have him capable of responding didn’t become urgent until he was accepted into a bilingual school program. Luckily, just before he was, I found Redefiners’ Spanish immersion summer camp. He was responding to me, in Spanish, and confidently, within the first week. Not only that, but of all the summer camps that he tried that year (swimming, Taekwondo, etc.), the Spanish immersion program was hands down his favourite of them all. He learned about other countries, did fun activities, stayed active, had so much fun that he has asked to attend next summer. It was a huge help going into the bilingual program and, thanks to Redefiners, he adjusted brilliantly. I cannot recommend Redefiners World Languages, Inc., more highly - they are amazing for children and, I admit, I’m looking into some of their offerings in other languages for myself.
ReDefiners of World Languages had made significant achievements despite the pandemic challenges. It continues to do great work in providing language programs (in English, Arabic, Chinese and Spanish) to students, and in other areas such as cultural programs (such as Multicultural Expo) and social services (such as Free Food for the needed). ReDefiners is one of the best non-profit organizations that deserve support from funding agencies and individuals to create a better society for us all. Kun Shi
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ReDefiners WL is a great non-profit very much needed by the Tampa Bay communities, particularly those with socio-economic challenges. It provides programs for students and adults, such as foreign languages (Spanish and "critical languages" of Arabic and Mandarin Chinese), multicultural networking and social service support. I started volunteering for it over two years ago, and have seen the positive impact it has created on students and their families. It deserves to be named a top non-profit organization!! (Kun Shi)
Redefiners World Languages Inc has such an impact in the community providing what is needed most during trying times. I appreciate the welcoming, courteous, and collaborative atmosphere they have created amongst staff/volunteers and the general public within the surrounding area. Redefiners continues to show an example of what a top-tier non profit organization should emulate. I will ALWAYS be a partner because of the smiling faces I see coming and going partaking in efforts to support the community of Tampa Bay.
The organization is a great for people learn new set of languages, which you always want to learn. The people here are always helping and very amicable. There are tons of other things also which you can get to know through their blogs. Give a chance to yourself and join as a volunteer and know the diffrence.
When I was in high school I won two scholarships that resulted in language learning and international travel. The skills that I gained have propelled my career to places they wouldn't have otherwise. For the past 5 years my daughter has been participating in redefiners world language programs. She has learned Arabic and Spanish and some Mandarin. She has gained confidence through performances and self-esteem through connections she's made. The critical work that they do for the community teaching English, fresh food distributions and also the many cultural events that they host enrich our local community. Tampa Bay is better because of redefiners!
This is a great nonprofit on a mission to empower the community beyond language and cultural diversity! The reach does not stop there, they support growth in the community through various initiatives such as festivals and food drives.
I've been working with ReDefiners for over a year and it's such a wonderful thing to find a non-profit that delivers what it promises. ReDefiners is not only a great place for the communities and families it serves, but it's also a great place for the staff and all of the volunteers that support all of the programs that promote global citizenship. I have been able to look at the work ReDefiners does from different perspectives, as an employee, as a parent and family member of students, and as a member of the community, I can honestly say supporting ReDefiners is a sure way of contributing to the advancement of all.
My daughter has attended classes and summer camps at Redefiners World Languages. The camps and classes immersed my daughter into her target language and she learned so much! She also had fun while doing so! Redefiners is a one of its kind program here in the Tampa area and we haved thoroughly enjoyed it. I would not hesitate to recommend this program to others so their child can learn a second language! In addition, I noticed they have added adult language classes as well!
It has been an exciting journey and a tremendous learning opportunity to serve on the Board of Directions for Redefiners World Languages Inc. This is my first time serving on the Board and the organization has taught me so much already! The program offers so many opportunities for children to learn a variety of languages! I highly recommend it to either participate or volunteer for it!
I have volunteered here for 5 months so far and love it! It is my first remote volunteer position and have learned so much about the Nonprofit sector and gained new office skills that I am very thankful for. They are good people willing to help you grow!
ReDefiners is an excellent non-profit organization. It serves people in need within the Tampa community and provides very high-quality language programs and courses in Mandarin, Arabic, Spanish, and English. This is really important, as multiculturalism and multilingualism make people aware of cultural differences and prepare them for their professional –and personal– life.
As a volunteer, I've enjoyed working with an incredible team, learned a lot about non-profits and how to effectively communicate for these kinds of organizations, and I've gained valuable experience which has helped me in my professional life.
I highly recommend ReDefiners if you are looking for a volunteer opportunity, donating, or partnering with a trusted organization with such an important mission to equip and empower people to become multilingual global citizens.
I've been volunteering with ReDefiners World Languages for almost a year as a Blog Editor. I've really enjoyed my time with this wonderful organization! I've gained more experience, which has helped me in my professional life, and I've met wonderful people from around the world. Everyone is incredibly passionate about what they do, and they make such a difference in the local community, in the United States, and in the world.
If you enjoy learning languages and making friends from all over the world, I highly recommend volunteering with ReDefiners.
I`m from Brazil and started to volunteer at ReDefiners World Language three weeks ago. They are doing a amazing job, and have so much things going on to help and provide multiculturalism to the community. Last Thursday I participated at the Food Drive and was very nice to talk to the community. I`m very happy to be part of ReDefiners.
I love all the events that ReDefiners host! There is so much diversity and inclusion and the languages courses that are available are phenomenal- such a large outreach to students and adults.
ReDefiners is an incredible local organization, with goals to help their community and beyond. Raising cultural awareness and creating more globally-minded citizens is such a crucial mission at this moment in time, and ReDefiners goes above and beyond helping students achieve their goals, helping professional learn to communicate with more clients and coworkers, and helping the Tampa Bay community learn more about the cultures that exist in their neighbors and friends. They provided an extremely rewarding volunteer experience, additionally helping me to gain professional experience and learn more about the nonprofit administrative world; this experience even encouraged me to change career paths and pursue a more rewarding career in nonprofit work. I am extremely and eternally grateful to this organization!