The second part of Sheila Shermet’s reporting regarding UN interpreting is here! It focuses on the four main UN duty stations around the world with resident teams of staff interpreters and the substantive work of each. Sheila’s first article, published last year, was one of our most read articles, and this one is sure not to disappoint. Enjoy learning more about UN … [Read more...]
Join us for the 2017 Annual Meeting
** This post has been edited to reflect the correct date.** The Interpreters Division is already busy preparing its annual meeting! The Division is committed to providing members information on professional education opportunities as well as enrichment opportunities. The agenda for this year’s meeting will focus on: An overview of the Division’s 2017 … [Read more...]
Credentialing opportunities for interpreters
Current Government Division Assistant Administrator Monique Roske, is co-presenting a session with Emma Garkavi, the Seattle Municipal Court Interpreter Services Coordinator, and our very own ID Leadership Council member Milena Calderari-Waldron. The session is in the Government Division Track and it’s called “Trust me. I’m a certified interpreter!” You won’t want to miss … [Read more...]
Interview with Anna Vianna – The Oscars!
By Aleyna Maria Tusa Could you tell us a bit about yourself and your background as an interpreter? My name is Anna Vianna. I’m 52 years old and live in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. I have two children, ages 22 and 18. I am also an avid cyclist and wine and food enthusiast. I trained as an interpreter at the Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro, … [Read more...]
Happy International Translation Day!
Translators and interpreters are essential to moving the cogwheels of our globalized world. Our skills help individuals gain access to services, enable entrepreneurs to venture into new frontiers, and assist governments in their diplomatic relations. To all of those hard working translators and interpreters, Happy Translation Day!!!! Your ID Leadership Committee … [Read more...]