COVID-19 has unfortunately affected some communities more than others. To that end, there have been many stories about masks interfering with how Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing people communicate, specifically as it relates to their ability to read lips. There was a viral video of a…
There is a lot unknown about the long-term impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, which includes the impact it will have on global manufacturing. What is known is that a discussion about COVID-19, or the global manufacturing industry, usually does not happen without mentioning China.…
Distance learning: It’s a phrase that causes educators, students and parents to cringe. It was hard on everyone and largely ineffective last Spring. Unfortunately, distance learning will be a reality everywhere – to varying degrees – this Fall. With that in mind, how do…
How do you treat sick people while preventing healthcare professionals from becoming coronavirus patients? That is the biggest challenge the world is dealing with, and more specifically the United States, which is now facing another critical point in the pandemic. The way to keep…
You may be asking yourself why you need an interpreter and how will you prepare to have one come in and help with your meeting? Interpreters offer a wide range of benefits and you can find one specifically fitting your needs to have a…
Many people have little to no experience participating in an interpreted conversation, so it can be difficult to prepare for a first time meeting. Meetings with ASL (American Sign Language) speaking clients will run more smoothly and efficiently if you learn the best ways…
Budgeting for translation and interpretation is tough. It depends on your needs, the people you serve, the complexity of the communications you translate or interpret and other factors. But, if you’re in the United States, here are some general guidelines to get you started.…
Millions of previously uninsured Americans have been gaining health insurance under the Affordable Care Act, leading to a greater need for the merge of interpreting services in healthcare systems. Understandably, there has been an increase in adult patients who speak a foreign language; interpreters…