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ATA Statement Regarding President Trump’s Executive Order on Immigration Nightly Business Report

January 22, 2017

As the voice of over 10,000 interpreters and translators in the United States and abroad, the ÇéÂÂ×ÔÅÄ is very concerned about President…

ATA Urges Continuation of Special Immigrant Visas for Afghan Translators and Interpreters

May 30, 2016

The ÇéÂÂ×ÔÅÄ joins 13 translator and interpreter associations to urge continuation of special immigrant visas for Afghan translators and interpreters. The following…

ATA Warns the U.S. Department of Justice Against the Use of Unqualified Interpreters in Immigration Proceedings

November 20, 2015

The ÇéÂÂ×ÔÅÄ joins eight associations to warn the U.S. Department of Justice against the use of unqualified interpreters in immigration proceedings. View…

ATA Responds to Department of Homeland Security

November 14, 2014

When the Department of Homeland Security called for comment on its Language Access Plans, ATA responded quickly with an in-depth analysis and review. Many…

International Translation Day: A celebration of language and human rights

September 30, 2014

By Daniela Guanipa Today’s post is a celebration of all the language professionals who make a difference in our world – whether it is…

Outreach

The importance of professional translation and interpreting is often not understood by the general public. ATA continuously promotes you and your services through targeted outreach.

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Public Outreach

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School Outreach

ATA's School Outreach Program prepares the next generation of language professionals and the next generation of clients.

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Client Outreach Kit

Client Outreach

ATA’s Client Outreach Kit is a tool that helps you connect with potential clients and educate them about language services.

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Listen to Podcasts about Advocacy and Outreach

Get a behind-the-scenes look at ATA’s programs, events, and plans. Learn more about the dedicated volunteers that make it all happen.

ATA Mastermind Program

E86: Advocacy Committee Updates

The Advocacy Committee is on your side, and Ben explores what that looks like on the international level.

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E58: ATA Advocacy

In episode 58 of The ATA Podcast, Advocacy Committee Chair Lorena Ortiz Schneider talks with Host Matt Baird about ATA’s efforts to educate the public about translators and interpreters, and how you can help make a difference.

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E53: How ATA’s Socially Distanced School Outreach Works

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