Tag: language access
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.
Language access law passes in New Jersey state senate
Demand for language services could be on the rise in the state of New Jersey, thanks to a bill that was recently passed in the state senate.
The Week in Review: March, 31, 2023
We’ve got stories on language access and education, along with press releases from XL8, GLOBO, and more in this week’s recap.
Language Access Coalition of Canada hosts third Our Language Rights Canada Conference
The Our Language Rights Canada Conference, is envisioned as a gathering place for all of us - language rights advocates - interpreters and translators, institutions and organizations, businesses big and small, for profit and not for profit, students, academia, and government officials.
Asian Americans with LEP face unique barriers in healthcare, researchers say
A recent study published by the Washington, D.C.-based Urban Institute found that Asian Americans with limited English proficiency (LEP) face unique language barriers compared to other groups with high levels of LEP.
Keeping individuals with LEP up to date on environmental issues
Recently, advocates in the US state of New Jersey raised concerns about the state not providing adequate language access services at community meetings on the environment, leading to low engagement levels among individuals with limited English proficiency (LEP).
Language tech developments at the 8th Google for India conference
At the eighth Google for India event earlier this week, Google announced a handful of new language technology developments that it will soon begin to roll out in India.