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American Translators Association @atanet.org · 1d

Trump Admin. Cuts Some Teacher-Training Grants for English Learners: www.edweek.org/teaching-lea... | Education Week (9/25/25) | By Ileana Najarro
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Trump Admin. Cuts Some Teacher-Training Grants for English Learners

The Trump administration has cut funding for some English learner PD grants, sparking confusion and prompting appeals.

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American Translators Association @atanet.org · 3d

Japan's literature shows why human translation matters in the age of AI: www.weforum.org/stories/2025... | World Economic Forum (09/30/25) | By Naoko Tochibayashi
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#Japanese #Literature #Literary #Translation #Culture #ai #GlobalCommunication #xl8 #atanet

Japanese literature shows why human translation still counts

AI and translation tech lower barriers to global communication, but literary translation requires the ability to convey tone, rhythm and cultural context.

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American Translators Association @atanet.org · 4d

The International Federation of Translators (FIT) published a position paper on #MachineTranslation (MT) to draw attention to the consequences of using MT both for the users and for professional translators. Read it at en.fit-ift.org/position-and.... #Translator #ai #Language #Tech #xl8 #1nt #atanet

Position and Discussion Papers – International Federation of Translators

The voice of associations of translators, interpreters and terminologists around the world

en.fit-ift.org

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American Translators Association @atanet.org · 11d

Happy #InternationalTranslationDay from ATA! 🌎🎉 Today is a reminder to everyone everywhere of just how critical #translators and #interpreters are. We change the world every time we connect individuals, communities, and cultures! 🥳💙
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#Translator #Interpreter #Language #xl8 #1nt #atanet

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American Translators Association @atanet.org · 15d

Join the International Federation of Translators for a special online event celebrating International Translation Day 2025! 🌍🎉 Celebrate our shared profession and imagine its future by registering at en.fit-ift.org/internationa....
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#ITD2025 #Translators #Interpreters #xl8 #1nt #atanet

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American Translators Association @atanet.org · 18d

Land ho! 🎉 #ATA66 is only 1 Month Away! 🌊🚢

Deep dive into the networking, education, and social events that you can expect at ATA's Annual Conference at www.atanet.org/ata66/!
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#Translator #Interpreter #LanguageServices #Linguist #Language #Professional #Career #Training #xl8 #1nt #atanet

American Translators Association @atanet.org · 21d

📚 On Translation Fiction and the Comfort of Monolingualism: lareviewofbooks.org/article/on-t... | Los Angeles Review of Books (09/15/2025) | By Marie Lambert
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#Literary #Translation #Fiction #Books #Monolingual #Linguistic #Culture #Publishing #xl8 #atanet

On Translation Fiction and the Comfort of Monolingualism | Los Angeles Review of Books

Marie Lambert analyzes recent works of fiction that feature translators as protagonists, and the questions they raise about cross-cultural communication in a heterogeneous world.

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Bryna O'Sullivan @charteroakgen.bsky.social · Sep 4

Looking for help finding a #translator? @atanet.org offers a directory at www.atanet.org/directory/. Be sure to ask questions as you approach translators for help. #Genealogy is very much a niche field and sometimes get listed as an add on by a translator without much experience in it. #translation

Language Services Directory - American Translators Association (ATA)

Find the translator or interpreter that meets your needs. Customize your search by language, specialties, location, credentials, and more.

www.atanet.org

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American Translators Association @atanet.org · 23d

'Speak English, period': GOP bill axes interpreter loophole in citizenship exam: www.foxnews.com/politics/spe... | Fox News (9/13/15) | By Elizabeth Elkind
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#LanguageAccess #LimitedEnglishProficiency #LEPs #EO14224 #LanguageRights #Interpreter #1nt #atanet

'Speak English, period': GOP bill axes interpreter loophole in citizenship exam

A new Republican proposal would end language exemptions for older permanent residents who take the civics portion of the U.S. citizenship exam.

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American Translators Association @atanet.org · Sep 8

Wisconsin needs professional human interpreters, not artificial intelligence. Read ATA's updated letter to lawmakers and take action once again: www.atanet.org/advocacy-out...
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#Ai #Court #Interpreter #Wisconsin #SB357 #AB377 #AB292 #SB295 #advocacy #1nt #atanet

Wisconsin Lawmakers Need to Hear from You Again – Take Action Now - American Translators Association (ATA)

Wisconsin needs professional human interpreters, not artificial intelligence. Read our updated letter to lawmakers and take action.

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American Translators Association @atanet.org · Sep 5

Flora Thomson-DeVeaux is a translator, writer, and researcher whose translation of The Posthumous Memoirs of Brás Cubas by Machado de Assis was acclaimed by The New York Times.

See the #ATA66 Distinguished Speakers at www.atanet.org/ata66/educat...! 🎉
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American Translators Association @atanet.org · Sep 3

AI Can Probably Do Some of Your Work Tasks. That Doesn't Mean It Can Do Your Job: www.cnet.com/tech/service... | CNET (09/01/25) | By Jon Reed
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#Ai #Translator #Interpreter #Language #LanguageServices #xl8 #1nt #atanet

AI Can Probably Do Some of Your Work Tasks. That Doesn't Mean It Can Do Your Job

Even for vulnerable jobs like translation and research, that work is more than just the tasks AI may be able to assist with.

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Kate Deimling @katedeimling.bsky.social · Sep 2

ICYMI: the shortlist for ATA's Ungar German Translation Award is out! (post 1 of 3)

American Translators Association @atanet.org · Jul 28

🌟 ATA is happy to announce a shortlist of nominees for the 2025 ATA Ungar German Translation Award!
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#German #Translation #Literary #Awards #xl8 #ATA66 #atanet

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Northwest Translators & Interpreters Society (NOTIS) @notisnet.bsky.social · Sep 2

Make haste! ⏰ Registration for NOTIS's popular annual #conference ends on Monday, September 8! ⚠️

🧐 To read about our smart 💡 AND talented ✨ #NOTIS2025 speakers, the dynamic sessions they'll lead, and how to secure your spot, visit NOTISnet.org/NOTIS-2025 🦀

#1nt #xl8 @atanet.org 🙏

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David Stuart Platt, PhD, MLIS @spoilheap.bsky.social · Sep 3

Useful page from @atanet.org (AKA the American Translators Association):
www.atanet.org/client-assis...

How to Hire a Translator: A Quick and Easy Guide - American Translators Association (ATA)

Perhaps you have never purchased translation services before and suddenly find yourself needing to hire a translator or interpreter. There are lots of reasons you may need to hire a…

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American Translators Association @atanet.org · Sep 2

🗞️ In case you missed it, the August issue of 🌐 ATA Newsbriefs 🌐 is out now! ATA members can find it in their inbox or at www.atanet.org/news/newsbri...!
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#atanet #news #xl8 #1nt #translation #interpreting

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Mid-America Chapter of the American Translators Association @micataorg.bsky.social · Aug 26

Register now for this workshop for #Spanish language #interpreters about how to identify indigenous language speakers.

Live attendees earn 2 CEU hours from @atanet.org and the Missouri Office of State Courts.

Held in #Spanish on Sept. 16, 2025 from 6-8pm CT
Register at micata.org/event/sept20...

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American Translators Association @atanet.org · Aug 26

Whether you are considering joining ATA as a new member or are a longtime member needing a refresher on all the benefits ATA has to offer, this free event is for you: www.atanet.org/event/ata-me... 🎉
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#Translator #Interpreter #LanguageServices #xl8 #1nt #atanet

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American Translators Association @atanet.org · Aug 26

Whether you are considering joining ATA as a new member or are a longtime member needing a refresher on all the benefits ATA has to offer, this free event is for you: www.atanet.org/event/ata-me... 🎉
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#Translator #Interpreter #LanguageServices #xl8 #1nt #atanet

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Bryna O'Sullivan @charteroakgen.bsky.social · Aug 19

Loved getting to talk genealogical #translation with the French Language Division of the @atanet.org soundcloud.com/ata-fld #genealogy #French

ATA FLD

The Continuing Education Series of the French Language Division, a division of the American Translators Association. Our podcast focuses on the craft of translation (English > French and French > Engl

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American Translators Association @atanet.org · Aug 21

Housing Agency to Offer Material Only in English, Official Says: www.nytimes.com/2025/08/18/u... | New York Times (8/18/25) | By Eileen Sullivan
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#LanguageAccess #EO14224 #CivilRights #Language #xl8 #1nt #atanet

Housing Agency to Offer Material Only in English, Official Says

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American Translators Association @atanet.org · Aug 19

The International Federation of Translators (FIT) is excited to offer a livestream registration option for the XXIII FIT World Congress, September 4-6, 2025, in Geneva, Switzerland: fitift.eventsair.com/fit2025/prog...
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#FIT #Congress #Translator #Interpreter #LanguageServices #xl8 #1nt #atanet

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American Translators Association @atanet.org · Aug 18

🎙️ Need to know more about ATA certification before online exams close on Aug. 21? The ATA Podcast has you covered: www.atanet.org/podcast/e113...
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#Certification #Career #Growth #ATACertified #Language #LanguageServices #Translation #Translator #xl8 #1nt #atanet #ATAPodcast

E113: The Ins and Outs of ATA Certification - American Translators Association (ATA)

Gain insight into one of the industry's most respected credentials that can open doors to career advancement.

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American Translators Association @atanet.org · Aug 16

‼️ Supporting families starts with communication. Trained educational interpreters play a key role in making that possible. Learn what a professional interpreter can do for your school: www.atanet.org/client-assis...
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#Educational #Interpreting #School #Family #1nt #atanet #ataCompass #atablogs

Fluent Isn't Enough: The Value of Trained Educational Interpreters - American Translators Association (ATA)

Learn why trained educational interpreters are key to clear communication, family engagement, and student success in schools.

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American Translators Association @atanet.org · Aug 14

Can't join us in Boston for #ATA66? Think again because ATA is offering an exciting new option just for you! 🎊 You can now attend select sessions via livestream: www.atanet.org/ata66/educat...
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#Livestream #Boston #ContinuingEducation #LanguageServices #Translator #Interpreter #xl8 #1nt #atanet

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