In this third edition of ATA's Inside Specialization series, we’re talking about the often-overlooked field of educational interpreting and translation. Katharine Allen and Natalia Abarca describe the broad range and diversity of the specialization, the skills interpreters and translators need to work in the field, and the satisfaction that comes from doing work that makes such a difference in people's lives. Katharine and Natalia also have plenty of advice for professionals who are interested in getting started in educational interpreting and translation. Plus, you'll get to share in their excitement about the newly established American Association of Interpreters and Translators in Education. So, listen in to learn about careers in the world of educational interpreting and translation.
Show Notes: American Association of Interpreters and Translators in Education • Katharine Allen • Natalia Abarca • ATA Career and Education Resources
Educating government officials and the public about the role of translators, interpreters, and language access in our society is a central part of ATA’s mission to be “The Voice of Interpreters and Translators.” These efforts are led in part by ATA’s Advocacy Committee. In Episode 58, Host Matt Baird speaks with ATA Board Director and Advocacy Committee Chair Lorena Ortiz Schneider about the committee’s campaigns to ensure the availability of independent contractor classification for translator and interpreters as well as early access to vaccinations and safe working conditions for in-person interpreters during the pandemic. Listen now and learn how you, too, can participate and help make a difference!
ATA Advocacy Committee • Stepping Out on Capitol Hill: ATA’s First Advocacy Day in Washington, DC • Advocacy Call to Action in Pennsylvania • ATA Asks Senate to Amend PRO Act • Contact ATA's Advocacy Committee • Joint National Committee for Languages • ATA Advocacy and Outreach • ATA Podcast Episode 19: 2017 Advocacy Day Wrap-Up • Join ATA Today! Special Mid-Year Membership Offer • 5 Reasons to Join ATA • ATA Members Only Free Webinar for June • ATA's Virtual Brainstorm Networking Event
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