Category: ASL- Sign Language Interpreting

Young girl doing sign language while looking at a laptop computer screen

The Importance of Language Services to People with Disabilities

December 4, 2024

December 3rd is the United Nations International Day of Persons with Disabilities. This day promotes the rights and well-being of people with disabilities in all areas of society. At Interpreters and Translators, Inc. (iTi), we believe that language services for the disabled are very important. They help create accessibility and…

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A teacher signs to a group of students, who are also signing.

Global Sign Languages: Differences, Similarities, and the Role of CDIs

November 7, 2024

Sign languages are rich, complex, and diverse forms of communication used by Deaf communities around the world. Each sign language has its own unique grammar, vocabulary, and cultural nuances. In this post, we’ll explore some of the most widely used sign languages, including American Sign Language (ASL), British Sign Language…

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Sign Language and the Great British Baking Show Exploring the difference between American and British Sign Languages

Sign Language and The Great British Baking Show

October 25, 2023

  I am a big fan of the Great British Baking Show. I watch it like I watch sports—rooting for my favorites, exhorting them to make good moves and groaning when they make mistakes. In this new season, something extra was added: A sign language interpreter. One of the contestants,…

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Your Language Access Plan: Paving the Way for Equitable Healthcare

June 20, 2023

Language barriers can be a significant challenge in healthcare. Ensuring full language access isn’t just a compliance issue—it’s a fundamental matter of equity, diversity, and inclusivity. Here’s how creating a comprehensive language access plan can transform healthcare experiences for providers and their patients. Benefits of a Full Language Access Plan…

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The Importance of American Sign Language Interpreting for the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Community

April 27, 2023

American Sign Language (ASL) is a visual-gestural language used by members of the Deaf community in the United States and Canada. It is a complete language, with its own unique grammar, syntax, and vocabulary, and is not simply a visual representation of English. ASL is used to communicate through the…

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What is Video Remote Interpreting?

February 8, 2023

FAQ – Video Remote Interpreting Services CSA Research[1] noted that in the summer of 2020, demand for Video Remote Interpreting had more than tripled over the prior year. Many, if not most, businesses have used some form of virtual communications over the past several years. As organizations continue to convert jobs to remote…

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