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Breaking News: Texas Interpreter Meenu Batra Released from ICE Custody

Meenu Batra, who was being held at a facility after being detained by federal immigration officers in March, is free!

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Vocal Health and Sustainable Routines for Conference Interpreters

Learn practical, science-based vocal techniques to prevent vocal fatigue, reduce strain, and protect your voice before, during, and after high-demand…

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From the President: Helping Members Advance Professionally during a Unique Time

ATA Members-Only Content This content is an exclusive benefit for ATA members. If you are a current ATA member, log in for immediate access. Log…

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COVID-19 Best Practices for Interpreters

Many ATA members are essential workers who risk exposure to COVID-19 in order to ensure equal access to vital services, such as healthcare, legal, and…

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InterpretAmerica 2020: A Timely Response to an Unprecedented Crisis

In early March, when it became clear that the world was headed toward global lockdown because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the interpreting profession was thrown into nearly universal chaos. To respond to the crisis, InterpretAmerica held a two-hour online panel to discuss how to ensure professional interpreting services during the pandemic and beyond.

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Translator vs. Interpreter: What's the difference?

Translator vs. Interpreter

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Know Your Rights to Language Access

Know Your Rights to Language Access

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Texas Court Interpreter Detained by ICE at Airport Says She’s Been ‘Humiliated and Treated Like a Criminal’

Meenu Batra, a longtime Texas court interpreter being held in a federal detention facility after being detained by federal immigration…

U.S. Department of Education Dissolving Federal Office Serving English Learners

The U.S. Department of Education plans to dissolve the office that supports the country’s five million English learners. The move…

Northern Ireland to Offer Free Sign Language Classes for Deaf Children

Northern Ireland will become the first part of the U.K. to provide free sign language classes to all Deaf children…

Washington State Passes Law to Promote Consistent Language Access

In a win for local language access efforts in the U.S., Washington State passed SHB 2475, a bill aimed at…

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