TalkBham

03/15/2026

We are proud to work with to provide volunteer opportunities in Birmingham!

They are looking to expand their footprint to move diverse, multi-lingual learners. Volunteers at BCRI gain valuable language experience and the opportunity to meet visitors from around the world.

Interested in learning more? Come to our volunteer interest chat on Wednesday, March 18th, from 9:30 to 10:30 AM! We will answer any questions and set you up with the best opportunities for volunteering now and in the future. Use the QR code to sign up.
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03/04/2026

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03/03/2026

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Good morning students! I want to share the "From Where to Here" podcast with you again. This is a fun podcast hosted by Alexandra Lloyd, and she focuses on different cultures and our international population in the city. I encourage you to listen to this episode with the Fernández family as they talk about their journey to Birmingham.

From Where to Here

What happens when you learn a new language later in life, and have to rebuild identity, confidence, and belonging from scratch?In this episode of From Where ...

03/02/2026

We enjoyed practicing some prepositions at the Holi Festival at . We hope to plan even more events for our students soon.

Our classes are FREE for all students this semester. Whether you need help with General English, Speaking and Listening, Public Speaking, or even Exercise classes, check out www.talkbham.net and register today!
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02/26/2026

We are excited to offer two new classes times starting next week at

Our High Energy HIIT class will now be offered at 5:30 AM on Mondays and Thursdays. Now you can get the group fitness experience AND get to work on time!

Just show up to Studio 3 at 5:30! We'll take care of the sign up process for you.

02/24/2026

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We have had some very inspirational students in our program! One of our students from Peru started "Andes Horizion," which empowers children living in remote areas by offering educational opportunities. He is always looking for additional support, to check it out!

Help us bridge the gap - Empowering Dreams through Education What if every child, regardless of where they were born, had the opportunity to learn and thrive? Donate now Community Empowerment Working closely with families and communities to understand their unique needs and create sustainable, local...

02/18/2026

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D and T sounds can be tricky for those learning English. Here are some quick tips on how to make these sounds in American English. Pronunciation is the foundation of speaking, and more review is always better!

Big thanks to https://www.instagram.com/maryelaccentcoach/ for these great videos!

Did you know that the way Americans pronounce D and T is VERY different from how those sounds tend to be pronounced in other languages and accents? In this v...

02/16/2026

Good morning students! Welcome to Week 3 of our program! I hope you are enjoying your classes so far. Registration is still open for all students, so be sure to send them to www.talkbham.net if you know of anyone!

All of our class videos have now been uploaded to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/. You can catch up on any missed materials.

A Cultural Approach Talk Birmingham offers community-based classes in the city to help students feel welcome. We use unique curriculums that help students learn, interact, and participate in different experiences within Birmingham.We believe that culture is the key to learning. Our classes promote a...

02/09/2026

Registration is still open for classes! If you know anyone who would like to join us, please send them to www.talkbham.net to register today. 😁

A Cultural Approach Talk Birmingham offers community-based classes in the city to help students feel welcome. We use unique curriculums that help students learn, interact, and participate in different experiences within Birmingham.We believe that culture is the key to learning. Our classes promote a...

02/03/2026

🎓 FIESTA College Leader Summit

Engage our community. Empower our students. Elevate our stories.

Join student leaders, educators, and partners from across Alabama for an evening of connection, collaboration, and action. Hear from the FIESTA Board and community leaders, enjoy food and networking, and help shape a shared plan to uplift nuestra comunidad.

📅 February 10, 2026 | 6:00 PM
📍 Samford University — 800 Lakeshore Ave., Birmingham, AL 35229
💻 Zoom option available
👉🏽 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScf2iurTdz_1Als14TllX8dDP4-k7EvZKs9g3ZaK7z4BuNfuw/viewform

📧 llarios@samford.edu | 📞 205-726-4320

Let’s build community and lead together. ✨