Co-Interpreting: A Fresh Look at Collaboration, Accuracy, and Fairness in the Courtroom
Team interpreting is a practice we know well—but a new emerging perspective invites us to think more intentionally about what it means to truly co-interpret: to share not just the workload, but the responsibility for accuracy, completeness, and the integrity of the record That reframing hit close to home when I attended the American Translators […]
Translation and Interpreting Programs Are Contracting. What That Means for Careers—and for Language Access
As several prominent U.S. university translation and interpreting programs wind down, aspiring interpreters face fewer structured training pathways—and public institutions may struggle to meet demand for competent, certified human interpreters.
The Power of Words: Why the Terms Indigenous Peoples and Indigenous Languages Matter
Language is so important, and it has a lot of power. It shapes how we see things, creates our stories, and connects us to our history and culture. When we’re talking about Indigenous Peoples and Indigenous Languages, the words we use are really important. It’s not just about being politically correct. It’s about showing respect, […]
Introducing Our New Course Series: CAT Tools for Interpreters
We are excited to announce the launch of our new course series, “CAT Tools for Interpreters.” This innovative series of workshops is dedicated to learning most of the CAT Tools available to translators and interpreters, more specifically setting up and utilizing the general features of Interpretbank and Wordfast Pro, comprehensive tools designed to elevate efficiency […]
Empowering Mayan Voices: A Journey into Interpretation with Comunidad Maya Pixan Ixim
In April 2024, Comunidad Maya Pixan Ixim asked me to teach an introductory course in court, community, and medical interpreting for beginning and intermediate Mayan interpreters. Pixan Ixim is a grassroots organization based in Omaha, Nebraska whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the Maya people through community development strategies in Omaha, […]
Continuing Education Offering – May Mastery!
Are you a court interpreter looking to enhance your skills and specialize in certain areas? Whether you’re working with indigenous communities, navigating the complexities of the judicial arena, or facilitating communication in sensitive contexts like foster care or divorce proceedings, specialized training is essential to meet the unique challenges of interpretation. I am partnering with […]