The 2026 Nominating and Leadership Development Committee is calling on ATA members to send their nominations to fill the following positions:

• Treasurer (one position for a one-year term)
• Director (three positions, each for a three-year term)

The elections will be held online. Voting members will be sent their proxy voting information in early October.

Who Is Eligible to be Nominated?

±«²Ô»å±ð°ùÌýATA’s Bylaws, all Active members of ATA are eligible to run for elected office. Active members are those who have passed an ATA certification exam or who are established as having achieved professional status through Active Membership Review or through the Credentialed Interpreter recognition process.

Active members must be citizens or permanent residents of the U.S. Other member categories are not eligible to serve as officers or directors. However, any member may submit a nomination.

Members of the Nominating and Leadership Development Committee are not eligible to run for elected office.

Submitting Your Nomination

Any ATA member may submit a nomination. Self-nominations are also permitted and encouraged.

Members may make a nomination using the online form on the elections page. Nominations should be submitted as early as possible so the Nominating and Leadership Development Committee can fully consider proposed candidates.

Make Your Nomination by April 10!

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We’re excited to offer a limited early launch of some of our most popular online exams to give ATA members more flexibility when scheduling.

These early exams will be available for registration until August 21, and the last day to take an online exam is September 21. Once you register and receive the scheduling email from ExamRoom, you’ll have 30 days to complete your exam in the online platform.

Additional exams will be launched at the regular exam time in April 2026. Don’t miss this chance to get a head start on your certification!

Languages available in this early launch include:

• Croatian into English
• German into English
• Italian into English
• Japanese into English
• Portuguese into English
• Russian into English
• Spanish into English
• English into Arabic
• English into Chinese
• English into Croatian
• English into Dutch
• English into French
• English into Hungarian
• English into Japanese
• English into Korean
• English into Portuguese
• English into Romanian
• English into Spanish
• English into Swedish

Register Now

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Call for Speakers

ATA is still accepting session proposals for ATA67. We seek advanced, specialized, relevant, and original content that will give attendees an edge in their careers, set them apart from the competition, and provide an advantage over AI. You’ll find the full list of session topics and descriptions on the ATA67 website.

Open to Everyone

You do not have to be an ATA member to submit a proposal.

By contributing to the advancement of your profession, you will build your reputation and résumé, widen your networking circle, and position yourself as a key player to help shape the future of the T&I industry.

Proposals will be chosen through a competitive peer-review process. The Conference Organizer, along with experts in the relevant language and subject area, will assess each proposal’s relevance and its potential to engage the audience and stimulate discussion.

Need More Information?

If you have any questions, please contact Cat Kenol, Senior Professional Development and Events Coordinator at ataspeakers@atanet.org.

Submit Your Proposal by March 20!

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Miami | February 27 – March 1, 2026

Registration is now open for Elévate 2026 – Miami, a three-day professional conference for translators, interpreters, and language professionals, jointly organized by ATA’s Florida chapter, the Association of Translators and Interpreters of Florida, and ATA’s Spanish Language Division, and hosted by Florida International University.

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Instead of a teacher presenting content, group members hold each other accountable for achieving specific goals. Every meeting follows a defined outline, which helps to share time fairly and ensures equal speaking time for all attendees.

Apply by February 28!

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ATA is continuously working to add more benefits for our members. In fact, there are so many, even longtime members might not be aware of everything ATA has to offer! Find out what you’ve been missing!

During this FREE, fun, and informative session, learn how to access your ATA member benefits and services, or just catch up on what’s new and get live answers to your questions from ATA’s Membership Committee.

There will be additional sessions this year if you can’t make this one. This live session is intended to be an interactive real-time experience and will not be recorded.

Register Here!

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• Treasurer (one position for a one-year term)
• Director (three positions, each for a three-year term)

The elections will be held online. Voting members will be sent their proxy voting information in early October.

Who Is Eligible to be Nominated?

±«²Ô»å±ð°ùÌýATA’s Bylaws, all Active members of ATA are eligible to run for elected office. Active members are those who have passed an ATA certification exam or who are established as having achieved professional status through Active Membership Review or through the Credentialed Interpreter recognition process.

Active members must be citizens or permanent residents of the U.S. Other member categories are not eligible to serve as officers or directors. However, any member may submit a nomination.

Members of the Nominating and Leadership Development Committee are not eligible to run for elected office.

Submitting Your Nomination

Any ATA member may submit a nomination. Self-nominations are also permitted and encouraged.

Members may make a nomination using the online form on the elections page. Nominations should be submitted as early as possible so the Nominating and Leadership Development Committee can fully consider proposed candidates.

Make Your Nomination by March 27!

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Call for Speakers

ATA is now accepting session proposals for ATA67. We seek advanced, specialized, relevant, and original content that will give attendees an edge in their careers, set them apart from the competition, and provide an advantage over AI. ATA67 will be a fully in-person conference.

Open to Everyone

You do not have to be an ATA member to submit a proposal.

By contributing to the advancement of your profession, you will build your reputation and résumé, widen your networking circle, and position yourself as a key player to help shape the future of the T&I industry.

Proposals will be chosen through a competitive peer-review process. The Conference Organizer, along with experts in the relevant language and subject area, will assess each proposal’s relevance and its potential to engage the audience and stimulate discussion.

Submit Your Proposal by March 6!

Book Your Room Today

ATA67 will be held at the Hyatt Regency San Francisco. The hotel is located near San Francisco’s Embarcadero Center. Known for its stunning bay views, historic piers, and pedestrian-friendly promenade, the area is easily accessed by BART, MUNI, and ferries.

Special Rates

• $279: Single/Double Occupancy
• $304: Triple Occupancy
• $329: Quadruple Occupancy

Rates are exclusive of tax. ATA67 rates at the Hyatt are available until October 6, 2026, or as space allows.

Beware of Booking Scams

The only way to make reservations at the guaranteed ATA rate is to contact the hotel directly. If you are contacted by anyone claiming to represent ATA or the hotel, please obtain the name, phone, and email, and contact Madeleine Mayuga at madeleine@atanet.org.

Book Your Room Today!

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English into Turkish

If you are a qualified translator or interpreter and would consider becoming ATA-certified, please contact Özüm Arzik Erzurumlu at oarzike@illinois.edu. Your response will help assess interest and determine the next steps. Thank you!

Hebrew into English

If you are a qualified translator or interpreter and would consider becoming ATA-certified, please contact Grace Shalhoub at gshal.traduction@gmail.com. Signatures are needed from ATA members and non-members alike.

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What Do You Get?

• 9 one-hour sessions featuring distinguished speakers representing ATA divisions.
• High-quality video and audio recordings recorded live from ATA66 in Boston.
• Flexible, on-demand access—watch anytime, from any device!

Whether you’re looking to sharpen your skills, stay ahead of industry trends, or get inspired by top professionals, the ATA66 Livestream Sessions deliver exceptional value for freelancers, language companies, educators, and anyone working in T&I.

Don’t miss your chance to experience the best of ATA66—even if you weren’t there in person!

PURCHASE LIVESTREAM SESSIONS

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Belonging to a community of colleagues who are facing the same challenges as you has never been more important. Whether you’re connecting with colleagues through free membership in any of our divisions and special interest groups, learning valuable skills from expert speakers during one of our webinars or at the Annual Conference, or exchanging challenges and solutions during networking events, meet-ups, or on ATA’s social media platforms, you’ll find that ATA members are there for each other. Don’t go at it alone in 2026.

Tax Deduction Reminder

If you plan to include payment of your 2026 membership dues on your 2025 tax return, you must renew by December 31. Please consult your accountant for tax advice.

Questions? Need Additional Information?

Your satisfaction is important to us! If you have questions or concerns about ATA member benefits or services, email membership@atanet.org or call +1 (703) 683-6100, extension 3001.

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Key information:

Availability: Until December 31, 2025 (midnight, Paris time)
Price: CHF 75 for access to all recorded sessions
Once the order is completed, you will receive a personalized access link

For access and more details, please visit:

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