About the MCLW Program

The Multicultural Liaison Worker (MCLW) Program has been supporting Vancouver School Board students, families, and schools for more than 40 years. MCLWs are multilingual and multicultural members of the educational team who help strengthen relationships among students, families, schools, and communities.

Our Mission

MCLWs advocate for students and families, helping ensure they have equitable access to educational opportunities, programs, services, and resources that support student success and well-being.

MCLWs build bridges across cultures, languages, and educational systems by fostering understanding, inclusion, and meaningful connections among families, schools, and communities.

MCLWs communicate knowledge, information, and cultural understanding to help students and families feel informed, connected, and empowered to participate fully in school life. Through language and cultural interpretation, MCLWs support effective communication and mutual understanding between families and schools.

By advocating, building bridges, and communicating across cultures and languages, MCLWs help create welcoming learning environments where students and families can thrive.