Tag: language access
San Francisco Declares Vietnamese an Official Language
San Francisco has recognized Vietnamese as one of its official languages, joining Spanish, Chinese, and Filipino. This change aims to improve accessibility for the city's Vietnamese-speaking residents by providing translated materials and services.
Enabling the American Journey
Language access is a long-term investment that is more affordable and attainable than we might think. Deema Jaradat presents timely, cost-effective solutions for extending language access to ensure that every individual — regardless of their English proficiency — can navigate essential aspects of their American journey.
AI-Powered Speech Translation: Propelling Connectivity Beyond Borders
For many organizations, connecting with a global audience using limited resources can be challenging. But with AI speech translation, they can unlock new ways of communicating.
Indigenous Language Hub Faces Funding Crisis: The Vital Need for Urban Language Revitalization
The Victoria Native Friendship Centre (VNFC) in Canada grapples with the sudden loss of crucial funding for its Urban Indigenous Language Hub.
Mary Jayne McCullough
"It's an exciting time to do this work. I see progress everywhere. People are advocating for language access and policymakers are paying attention."
How to Create a Realistic Language Access Plan
Here’s what you need to know about legal rights afforded to consumers and the factors you should consider in putting together a language access plan.
Child Interpreters: A True Story
The closest substitute for a professional interpreter in many language-barrier situations is the use of child interpreters.
The Argentine Association of Language Services Companies (AASL) held its Executive Retreat 2023
Explore the highlights of the AASL Executive Retreat 2023 held at Iguazu Falls. Discover insights from in-depth discussions on sales, account management, AI, and tokenization, along with networking opportunities and recreational moments in a stunning natural setting.
The Cost of Inaccessibility: Why event organizers must prioritize accessibility for all attendees
Despite technological advancements and increased awareness, the events industry still has a considerable distance to cover when it comes to accessibility.