The Non Native Speaker

Empowering Non-Native Speakers around the Globe

Empowering Non-Native Speakers Around The Globe

Defeating Systemic Bias in ELT - DSB

The ELT industry has long been shaped by systemic biases, including accentism, outdated methodologies, and rigid pronunciation standards. This three-part masterclass bundle is designed to help you break away from those norms in under 3 hours.

Continuous Development for English Teachers

Ongoing CPD for English Language Teachers.
A session each month on relevant & trending topics in ELT.

Teacher Training

5-week digital course for English Language Teachers. Whether it's your first experience teaching, or a time to reflect on your teaching journey, this course will help you evaluate the effectiveness of your teaching and learn best practices for second language acquisition.

Who is the Non Native Speaker?

I’m a DELTA Cambridge qualified teacher based in Northern Italy.

Having lived and studied in Malaysia, the US & Italy, I’ve been made aware of the social injustices reserved for those who are forever perceived as foreign, non-native speakers of English.

 

Read more in my about me.

Testimonials

Rated 5 out of 5
"Joining Meri's campaign has been an enriching experience, providing me with an in-depth insights and actionable strategies to counter native speakerism biases. It's more than a learning journey - it's a platform for professional growth and an empowering community striving for equity in ELT"
Natalia Wright
Rated 5 out of 5
"I'm such a big fan of Meri's mission and message. I've learned so much about the biases that non-native English speakers and teachers face during job searches. Meri's fierce advocacy for non-native English teachers like herself has made me aware of my own privilege as a native English speaker and has allowed me to reflect on how to be a better ally for non-native teachers"
Elle Charisse
Rated 5 out of 5
“Before finding TNNS I had wrongly accepted the fact that being a non native teacher would always be a problem, which I had to deal with and struggle by myself. This space has given me the energy and inspiration to keep fighting discriminatory and false perceptions by speaking up"
Rocio Rojas

Where shall we start?

A Collaborative Effort

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Professional Development

CPD 2024

Help Spread The Word

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Let's Connect

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For anything serious send me an email by clicking HERE. 

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© The Non Native Speaker 2026. All rights reserved.

Empowering Non-Native Speakers Around The Globe

Defeating Systemic Bias in ELT - DSB

The ELT industry has long been shaped by systemic biases, including accentism, outdated methodologies, and rigid pronunciation standards. This three-part masterclass bundle is designed to help you break away from those norms in under 3 hours.

Continuous Development for English Teachers

Ongoing CPD for English Language Teachers.
A session each month on relevant & trending topics in ELT.

Teacher Training

5-week digital course for English Language Teachers. Whether it's your first experience teaching, or a time to reflect on your teaching journey, this course will help you evaluate the effectiveness of your teaching and learn best practices for second language acquisition.

Who is the Non Native Speaker?

I’m a DELTA Cambridge qualified teacher based in Northern Italy.

Having lived and studied in Malaysia, the US & Italy, I’ve been made aware of the social injustices reserved for those who are forever perceived as foreign, non-native speakers of English.

 

Read more in my about me.

Testimonials

Rated 5 out of 5
"Joining Meri's campaign has been an enriching experience, providing me with an in-depth insights and actionable strategies to counter native speakerism biases. It's more than a learning journey - it's a platform for professional growth and an empowering community striving for equity in ELT"
Natalia Wright
Rated 5 out of 5
"I'm such a big fan of Meri's mission and message. I've learned so much about the biases that non-native English speakers and teachers face during job searches. Meri's fierce advocacy for non-native English teachers like herself has made me aware of my own privilege as a native English speaker and has allowed me to reflect on how to be a better ally for non-native teachers"
Elle Charisse
Rated 5 out of 5
“Before finding TNNS I had wrongly accepted the fact that being a non native teacher would always be a problem, which I had to deal with and struggle by myself. This space has given me the energy and inspiration to keep fighting discriminatory and false perceptions by speaking up"
Rocio Rojas

Where shall we start?

A Collaborative Effort

Read & Pre-Order

Professional Development

CPD 2024

Help Spread The Word

Print & Hang

Need Help Answering Ads?

CV Template

Let's Connect

Follow me on Social Media or LinkedIn.
For anything serious send me an email by clicking HERE. 

Instagram Linkedin

© The Non Native Speaker 2026. All rights reserved.

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