Tag: Globalization and Localization Association (GALA)

The Week in Review: Language Industry News July 7-13

From statewide procurement to AI‑powered collaboration platforms, the sector continues to evolve toward more accessible, data‑driven, and globally fluent systems.

GALA and Welocalize Expand Access to Localization Education Through Subtitling Partnership

GALA and Welocalize will continue their collaboration through additional subtitled educational programming and a jointly sponsored webinar focused on accessibility services and language access.

WorldReady Berlin 2026: From AI Hype to Assumed Infrastructure

GALA’s WorldReady Conference was designed to deliver actionable intelligence alongside genuine community. Its inaugural event, held in Berlin, Germany, on April 12–14, brought together hundreds of professionals, creating a space for learning, human connection, and forward-looking dialogue on multilingual communication in the AI era.

Five Organizations Paving the Way for New Language Industry Professionals

When breaking into any industry, getting help from seasoned professionals can be invaluable. Trade associations offer students and rising professionals opportunities for mentoring, networking, and resume-building.

GALA 2025 Montreal

The Globalization and Localization Association’s 2025 conference will likely be remembered as “the one with the unforgettable keynote.” Daniel Lamarre, longtime president of Cirque du Soleil, emphasized the vital role of creativity in business and encouraged the audience to bring passion to problem-solving.

Mark Your Calendar: 11 Must-Attend Language Industry Events in 2025

The language industry is set for an exciting 2025, with a calendar full of events happening across the globe — from Mexico City to Malmö. We’re excited about these opportunities to learn, connect, and innovate.

European Language Industry Survey Open Through 31 January

Once again, GALA has partnered with EUATC and other language industry associations to conduct the survey in order to answer benchmarking questions relevant to all key stakeholders. This year, the survey takes a dive deep into the topic of internships.

Announcing a New AI Upskilling Course for Language Service Companies

Upskill your language services company and team to face the AI revolution with clarity and confidence. This new course is brought to you by the leading global language service company associations and Magic Beans Agency.

GALA Board Director Johan Sporre Resigns

It is with pleasure that GALA welcomes Francesca Sorrentino, Localization Director at Phrase, to fill the vacancy. Francesca will serve for one year, until the end of Johan Sporre's original term.