by Carmen Reis Revision: Lynnea Hansen I’ve just left our first Leadership Council Meeting of 2026. As I pour a coffee and get a few cookies to watch an episode of the series I’m currently hooked on, I realize I’d rather write a few words to our members. I’ve been the … [Read more...] about While the Coffee Gets Cold…
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The Art and Challenge of Video Game Localization
by Marcelo Almeida Revision: Todd Harkin I have a passion for words. I have a passion for stories. And I have a passion for video games. Which is why, for more than a decade, I’ve worked as a writer and translator almost exclusively in the gaming world—that strange and … [Read more...] about The Art and Challenge of Video Game Localization
Member Spotlight: Edna Ditaranto – Celebrating 35 Years of the Portuguese Language Division
This year marks a remarkable milestone: the 35th anniversary of the Portuguese Language Division (PLD). As we celebrate this legacy, we turn our spotlight to Edna Ditaranto, the founder of our beloved division. Revision: Lynnea Hansen Photo: Edna Ditaranto What … [Read more...] about Member Spotlight: Edna Ditaranto – Celebrating 35 Years of the Portuguese Language Division
The Art of Interpreting Bilingual Weddings
Illustration: Luciane Camargo Revision: Todd Harkin When I was a girl, the only altar I ever imagined standing at was my own wedding—which, by the way, did happen in 2014. Back in 2009, when I began my career as a translator and interpreter, I never could have imagined that … [Read more...] about The Art of Interpreting Bilingual Weddings
The Evolving Linguist Conference: Dr. Nattalia Paterson
The Evolving Linguist Conference is just around the corner! PLD’s very own Dr. Nattalia Paterson will be leading a workshop on the importance of precision in court interpreting, emphasizing its relevance not only for professionalism but also as a safeguard for due process. In … [Read more...] about The Evolving Linguist Conference: Dr. Nattalia Paterson