Brussels, 22/09/2005 (Agence Europe) - The European Day of Languages will take place on 26 September and many activities will be organised throughout Europe to present creative ways in which languages can be learned. It will also be a celebration of Europe's linguistic diversity and a major part of the campaign to encourage more language learning across the continent. Jan Figel, the European Commissioner with specific responsibility for multilingualism, said: “multilingualism is the strength of Europe. The European Day of Languages reflects the importance of learning new EU languages which opens doors towards other cultures and new challenges”. In order to help those who do not speak another language to overcome the problems inherent to language learning, the European Commission has published a brochure entitled “Lingo”, comprising fifty examples of innovative projects, methods and events that have managed to motivate individuals to study a new language or use their talents more fully. These examples come from across Europe, from small local initiatives to large-scale programmes at regional, national and continental level. The Initiatives concern adults as well as children and many challenge traditional notions of how and where languages should be taught. “Languages are much more than words, they are about living the culture. There are no rules in learning languages - everyone can do it regardless of age or background and in fact the earlier people learn, the easier it becomes. Moreover, learning languages can improve socialisation and open doors across the EU's single market”, the Commission stresses.