When people think about translation, they often think of converting words from one language to another. But language access is about something much bigger: It ensures that every person can understand important information and fully participate in society. For businesses, nonprofits, educational institutions, and government agencies, language access is not simply a courtesy. It’s aContinue reading “The Importance of Language Access”
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International Translation Day 2025
Linguists around the world celebrated International Translation Day last week on September 30th. It’s wonderful to celebrate all the talented people, both front and center and behind the scenes, who help the world to communicate. My very respected colleague (who now resides in Paris—jealous!) wrote a timely article about human translation in the age ofContinue reading “International Translation Day 2025”
“My School Needs a Translator!”
Schools and school districts need translators and interpreters to work with students and families throughout the year. In fact, this is a requirement according to U.S. state and federal laws. That’s why we hear teachers and administrators say: “My school needs a translator!” As a former classroom teacher in K-12 schools and, more recently, forContinue reading ““My School Needs a Translator!””
