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Celebrating Global Diversity Awareness Month: Embracing DEI in the Workplace
October marks Global Diversity Awareness Month, a time dedicated to celebrating the rich tapestry of cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives that make our world vibrant and dynamic. At iTi, we believe that fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace is not just a moral imperative but a business necessity. This month, we invite you…
Large events such as conferences take extreme coordination and preparation to be successful. This can increase dramatically when conference interpreting services are needed to serve a multilingual audience. To ensure a smooth and successful event, preparation for interpreter services should be part of your event planning process. No matter how excellent your content or how distinguished your speakers, if your Limited English Proficient (LEP) attendees can’t understand them, the event will not be a complete success. Planning events can be stressful. At iTi, we are here to help alleviate some of that stress by supporting you and the multilingual audiences you serve.…
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The Law Regarding Medical Interpreting is Changing. Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) is being amended. It will require medical providers to document they are working with a “qualified interpreter.” Healthcare providers who receive government funding must only use Qualified or Certified medical interpreters for assignments. This will include most hospitals and many other medical practices. Why Become a Qualified Medical Interpreter? More and better job opportunities. There is a very high demand for trained, professional interpreters in the United States. According the the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, total employment for interpreters is projected to grow by 20%…
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The Importance of CART Services for the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing CART Captioning Services, an acronym for Communication Access Realtime, is a popular and recognized method of providing accommodations to people who are deaf, hard of hearing or have a hearing loss. It is a live captioning service that provides instantaneous translations of spoken English into written texts that can be viewed on a computer monitor or mobile device, or projected onto a screen. How CART Services Work These services are provided using a state-of-the-art stenotype machine, similar to what court reporters use. It is connected to a computer running specialized…
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Language services are imperative for businesses today, especially with instant global communication, increased cultural diversity, and cross-border business facilitated by technology. Among different interpretation services, there are three basic types: In-person or onsite interpreting services, video remote interpreting (VRI) and over-the-phone interpreting (OPI). Each has its own distinct set of benefits and drawbacks. Your Best Choice: In-Person Interpreting Services Generally, in-person or onsite interpreting is the most effective as interpreters can read non-verbal cues. Body language and facial expressions are known to comprise a significant portion of communication. When it comes situations when an in-person interpreter is not available, or…
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Life expectancy in the U.S. fell by 1.5 years in 2020, the biggest decline since World War II, according to new data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). What does it all mean for the future? Overcoming language barriers in healthcare – whether it be Limited English Proficient patients or deaf/hard-of-hearing individuals – is more crucial than ever. Here are the top 5 video translation services in healthcare that help overcome language barriers and improve patient satisfaction. 1) Video Remote Interpreting (VRI) Video Remote Interpreting tops the list of the top 5 video healthcare translation services. It is…
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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 use of hand gestures, facial expressions, and body language, and is a rich and vibrant language that has a long and fascinating history. In this blog post, we will explore what ASL is, its importance to the Deaf community, American Sign Language interpreting services, and the benefits of learning and…
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We have all seen the Google Translate fails. They are often innocent and good for a chuckle. However, in the grand scheme of things, machine translation has improved drastically and is pretty useful depending on the context. With the rise of ChatGPT and other more sophisticated tools, one question is asked more often: Will AI replace human translators? Some might find that question silly, but consider this: Memsource CEO David Čaněk said during SlatorCon (an event hosted by language-industry leading authority Slator) that 2020 marked the first year Post-Edit Machine Translation (PEMT) was the dominant method of translation. That development…
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Meet Dana Camp. Dana is the Director of Information Technology at Interpreters and Translators, and he answered a few questions for us. We hope you’ll enjoy getting to know him! Tell us a little bit about your work background before you came to Interpreters and Translators, Inc. My passion for tech started early on. When I got my driver’s license, I started getting clients who need computer help. The homeowners and small offices I supported were my first stop on building a professional career, but I didn’t know it at the time. In college, I worked in a computer tech…
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“We need a translator for an appointment next week.” “Do you have a Spanish interpreter to help with my documents?” These are questions we hear all the time when speaking with clients. While using “interpreter” and “translator” interchangeably isn’t exactly an insult, it is incorrect. Although many people use the terms synonymously, the actual professions and skillsets needed for translators vs. interpreters couldn’t be more different! Interpreters work with the spoken word. Whether they are on-site with a client or appearing via telephone or video, they are performing their job in real time. Interpreters are used daily for business meetings,…
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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 and Interpreter Services for Schools and Other Community-Based Organizations According to the U.S. Census Bureau, as of 2019, 67.8 million people speak a language other than English at home. A large percentage of people in underserved communities fall into this category and may be Limited English Proficient (LEP). Many are eligible for…
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