Category: Government

The Vital Role of Language Services in Natural Disasters: Ensuring Communication in Times of Crisis

The Vital Role of Language Services in Natural Disasters: Ensuring Communication in Times of Crisis

September 4, 2024

Natural disasters are becoming more frequent and severe, with 2024 already witnessing significant events. From catastrophic flooding and extreme storms to wildfires and earthquakes, the impact on communities is profound. According to Forbes Advisor, the U.S. has experienced an average of 18 billion-dollar climate disasters annually over the past five…

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Unlocking Language Services: A Guide to LEP.gov for Organizations

Unlocking Language Services: A Guide to LEP.gov for Organizations

May 29, 2024

Effective communication is the cornerstone of success for any organization. With the increasing diversity in the United States, it’s crucial for businesses and institutions to provide language services that cater to Limited English Proficient (LEP) individuals. This is not just a matter of courtesy, but also a legal requirement under…

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A male figure is dropping a ballot into a ballot box while election workers sit in the background.

Language Access in U.S. Elections

March 28, 2024

The United States has a diverse population with a significant number of citizens who are Limited English Proficient (LEP) or deaf and hard-of-hearing. Recognizing the need for inclusivity in the electoral process, federal laws mandate accommodations to ensure everyone can exercise their right to vote. Laws and Legal Framework Protection…

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New Jersey’s Landmark Language Access Law: A Leap Forward for Inclusivity

February 14, 2024

In an era where the demand for inclusivity and accessibility is ever-increasing, the state of New Jersey has taken a significant step forward with the passage of a groundbreaking bill, . This legislation mandates state agencies providing direct services to offer translation and interpretation in the seven most common non-English…

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The Value of Language Services in Underserved Communities

April 11, 2023

Many individuals in underserved communities face language barriers that prevent them from receiving services critical to their wellbeing, understanding their rights, and accessing opportunities. For more than thirty-five years, Interpreters and Translators, Inc. (iTi) has been helping those who serve these communities break through those barriers. The Importance of Translation…

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How Translation and Interpreting Services Can Help Afghan Refugees

December 2, 2021

The Afghan Refugee Crisis Doesn’t End With Resettlement Imagine this: Your country has been at war for twenty years and, for most of that time, you’ve been in the thick of it. When NATO forces first arrived, you and many of your neighbors saw them as liberators. Along with a…

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