Frederick County Government Launches Spanish Language YouTube Channel

Officials hope it will help bridge the language barrier.Frederick, Md (KM) A Spanish Language YouTube Channel has been launched by Frederick County Government. Officials call it a significant step in enhancing community engagement and inclusivity. They say the channel’s goals will be to provide accessible information about county services, events and  initiatives by Frederick County’s Hispanic and Latino community.”The new YouTube channel is an important way to reach people where they are by making information available to everyone,” says Frederick County Executive Jessica Fitzwater, in a statement. “We are inclusive and welcoming to the over 11,000 people in our community who speak Spanish as their primary language. This new tool will help people to engage with their government.”The channel features videos on a number of topics including public health, educational resources, pet adoption opportunities and community programs.By offering this material in Spanish, county officials say they hope to bridge language barriers and make sure that everyone has equal access to important information.The channel can be found at @CondadoDeFrederickMD.By Kevin McManus