Mouscron seeks linguistic volunteers for emergency situations

The City is calling for volunteers to build a network of interpreters to aid communication during crises and for municipal services.

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Generic image of diverse hands reaching out to symbolize communication and assistance, on a neutral background with a subtle hint of the city of Mouscron.

The City of Mouscron is seeking volunteers to enhance its linguistic capabilities, aiming to establish a network of volunteer interpreters to facilitate communication with non-French speakers, particularly during crisis situations.

In situations where language barriers can hinder the transmission of essential information, Mouscron's emergency planning and events department wishes to assemble a team of citizens with diverse linguistic skills. Whether it's foreign languages or sign language, each skill can prove valuable.
These linguistic volunteers may be called upon in various scenarios. During crisis situations, their role will be vital for conveying essential information. They may also be called upon occasionally to provide linguistic assistance to other municipal services, for instance, during telephone exchanges.
To offer your help, please send an email to planu@mouscron.be. Applicants are requested to attach a certificate of good conduct (model 2), available on the City's e-guichet under the "Population" section. The provided contact details will be kept for one year in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
Based on information from the official source: Ville de Mouscron — Actualités (15/10/2026)