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Remote Interpreting Services: An Exercise in Empathy
Overcoming language barriers requires more than accuracy. It calls for compassion. It has been said that learning a language is an act of love. In the words of Nelson Mandela,…
Interpreting for Limited Proficiency in English Event Attendees
We had the opportunity to bridge language gaps for a valued client at their recent event. We used language interpretation to forge connections that would not otherwise have been possible.…
What is Simultaneous Interpretation?
From employee trainings to conferences, here are the key benefits of simultaneous interpreting You may be familiar with interpreting in general, but wonder: what is simultaneous interpretation? Simultaneous interpretation…
Language Barriers and the Fair Housing Act
3 key factors in fair housing for people with limited English proficiency Where do language barriers and the Fair Housing Act…
Tax Incentives for Interpreter Services
Does your business or organization need or use interpreting services? Providing language access is a good idea for any entity in the United States,…
Legislation That Requires Language Access
How to Ensure Your Organization is Language Access Compliant As the United States has become increasingly diverse,…
Are There Grants That Cover the Cost of Language Services?
There’s no denying it: America is becoming more linguistically diverse. Being able to communicate with Limited English Proficiency (LEP) persons is increasingly important in every sector of society. In many…
Being An Interpreter
A remote interpreter shares her story & insights One of the strongest pillars…
Is Your Body Language Lost in Translation?
Differences in non-verbal communication (body language) can create confusion when communicating with different cultures It may come as no surprise, but…