United States

Protected: Why Linguists Should Know About Language Access Policies

Deema Jaradat provides an overview of language access laws in the United States and argues that knowledge of these policies can help linguists improve not only their own employment opportunities, but also outcomes for their clients and Limited English Proficiency (LEP) individuals across the country.

Fidel Softech Strengthens Nearshore Delivery With New US Office

This marks a strategic move in expanding Fidel's global delivery capabilities, especially in the United States, where demand for nearshore solutions is rapidly growing. This will provide companies seeking top-tier localization and IT expertise a direct connection to Fidel's experienced team.

Linguistic diversity is increasing in the US. What does that mean for language access?

In the United States, the number of people who speak a language other than English at home is rising faster than those who mainly...

Home on the Rancho: Exploring the English language’s Spanish loanwords

While French is by far the living language with the largest linguistic impact on the English language, its sister languages have also left a mark on the mutt of a Germanic language we call English.

Global Interpreting Services Launches Program to Bridge Communication Gaps

Global Interpreting Services Launches Program to Bridge Communication Gaps eLearning course designed to teach law enforcement to effectively communicate  CLINTON TOWNSHIP, Mich.: Global Interpreting Services...

Bill to Improve Language Access in Mortgage Servicing

Last week, the United States House Committee on Financial Services passed a bill that would improve language access services during the mortgage lending process....

Biden Administration shifts White House ASL Policy

On the fifth day of its operation, the Biden administration announced that it is adding a sign language interpreter to its daily press briefings...