10 Societal Benefits of ASL Interpreters
The Profound Benefits of American Sign Language Interpreters to Society In a world that is becoming increasingly diverse and interconnected, the importance of effective communication cannot be overstated. For the Deaf and hard-of-hearing community, communication can present unique challenges due to the differences in auditory perception and linguistic access. American Sign Language (ASL) has emerged […]
8 Ways to be a Lousy ASL Interpreter
Whether it’s working with a team or flying solo, you can ensure that you’ll leave a bad taste in your team or client’s mouth if you follow these simple steps: 1) Show up Late No one likes to be left waiting, especially if they’re paying you. If you want to start off on the wrong […]
The Dangers of Interpreting for Family Members
As a Child of Deaf Adults (CODA), I experienced my fair share of interpreting for my parents. Growing up, I was involved in conversations between my parents and lawyers, shady mechanics, doctors, waiters, other family members and just about everything in between. Most of these situations were benign, however many left me feeling very uncomfortable. […]