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Languages of the Bay Area

Which languages connect our neighbors? Explore language use at home, second-language learning and access to community life across the nine-county Bay Area.

Format
Online reader, data explorer and keyed downloads
Resource languages
The full report and data explorer are currently in English.
Edition
Research edition 1.1 · October 2026
Open resource

The full report and data explorer are currently in English.

CSL learning library

Practical Mandarin learning materials, conversation activities, listening practice, and tools for pronunciation and vocabulary.

Format
Interactive learning library
Resource languages
Mandarin learning content with English support; individual resources identify additional language and audio options.
Edition
Growing collection
Open resource

Opens Mandarin learning content with English support.

Living with Extreme Heat

A public report and interactive findings hub from a Cantonese community listening session in San Leandro. Explore daily experiences, methods, limitations, and available downloads.

Format
Web report, findings explorer, and downloads
Resource languages
English and Traditional Chinese
Edition
Community discussion edition · October 2026
Open resource

Opens the English report; Traditional Chinese is also available in the hub.

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