Critical LinkS – A new generation. Future-proofing interpreting and translating. The Organising Committee has now opened the second round of the Call for Papers for the Critical Link 8 conference. This Call includes submissions for papers, posters, panels, round tables, and workshops. Innovative ideas for sessions in other formats will be welcomed. Proposals may also
CLI8 Call For Papers Extended Until November 30th, 2015 Read More »
Did you know? They are not protected by international legislation We need your help generating awareness on protecting translators and interpreters worldwide – because they are at risk. Language professionals working with military are often kidnapped or tortured, experience death threats, incarcerated for their work, or even lose their lives. What you can do Please
The World Needs Translators and Interpreters Read More »
Please join Red T and the world’s five major language associations: International Association of Conference Interpreters (AIIC) International Federation of Translators (FIT) International Association of Professional Translators and Interpreters Critical Link International (CLI) World Association of Sign Language Interpreters (WASLI) in this Open Letter campaign by disseminating this letter and/or writing a letter of your
Open Letter to Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras Read More »
Recognizing St. Jerome, Patron Saint of Translators and Interpreters September 30, all over the world, is a day of celebration for Translators and Interpreters. We have our Patron Saint, St. Jerome, to thank: he was one of the few who achieved sainthood for his work rather than for an eminent sanctity or miracles. Born circa 347
International Translation Day Read More »
Please join Red T and the world’s four major language associations: International Association of Conference Interpreters (AIIC) International Federation of Translators (FIT) International Association of Professional Translators and Interpreters Critical Link International (CLI) in this Open Letter campaign by disseminating this letter and/or writing a letter of your own. Share this Open Letter to President
Open Letter to President Erdoğan Read More »
A report by Michal Schuster From 2006 – 2012 people from Eritrea entered Israel through its border with Egypt. They escaped the military dictatorship in their country, and many had to face a long and difficult journey. Some were kidnapped, tortured and raped. Today, about 45,000 Eritreans are seeking asylum in Israel. They get temporary
Medical Interpreting Training for Eritrean Asylum Seekers in Israel Read More »
October 1st – 2nd 2015, Call for papers Mobility and immigration leads to more diversity in countries’ population. Since integration is a two-way process, the receiving side must organize to ensure everyone’s access to human rights, so that newcomers can participate and consequently enjoy their rights and fulfil their duties. Public service interpreting and translation (PSIT) (Community Interpreting)
Training, Testing and Accreditation in PSIT Read More »
Future-proofing interpreting and translating The Organising Committee has now opened the Call for Papers for the Critical Link 8 Conference. This Call includes submissions for papers, posters, panels, round tables, and workshops. Innovative ideas for sessions in other formats will be welcomed. Proposals may also be submitted for pre-conference workshops and demonstrations. The conference will
Critical Link 8: A New Generation, Call For Papers Read More »
On behalf of endangered translators and interpreters worldwide Please join Red T and the world’s four major language associations: International Association of Conference Interpreters (AIIC) International Federation of Translators (FIT) International Association of Professional Translators and Interpreters Critical Link International In this Open Letter campaign by disseminating this letter and/or writing a letter of your
Open Letter Campaign: Letter to the Holy See Read More »
Uniting our voices to continue advocating for the safety and recognition of interpreters around the world Critical Link International has joined forces with the Red T coalition. Together our united voices will continue to advocate for the safety and recognition of interpreters world wide. Translators and interpreters have been increasingly subject to unjust persecution, prosecution, and
Critical Link joins forces with Red T Read More »
Court interpreters, Ellis Island, CLI 8 This issue focuses on the work of interpreters in the legal system. While there is an ongoing debate as to whether or not court interpreting belong under the purview of community interpreting, this issue of The Link does not attempt to align with either side: rather CLI seeks to
Letter from the President, Angela Sasso Read More »
The early days of interpreting at court and immigration facilities Can you imagine providing interpretation services to twelve million people, a century ago? Those were the numbers of people passing through Ellis Island in search of a better life in America. Maria Aguilar-Solano, an assistant professor at UMass in Boston, is studying the historical role
A glimpse into the past Read More »
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