News & Press Releases

Joint Statement on Executive Order 14224

 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

JOINT ASSOCIATION STATEMENT ON EXECUTIVE ORDER 14224

AAITE joins ALC, ATA, CCHI, NAJIT, and RID—five associations for interpreters and translators—in opposing Executive Order 14224, which designates English as the official language of the United States and revokes Executive Order 13166, in effect since August 2000.

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Her Words, Our World: Honoring Women Translators & Interpreters for Women's History Month

Forget Google Translate (okay, maybe just for five minutes). This Women’s History Month, let's ditch the instant gratification of AI and raise a glass—or a meticulously annotated thesaurus—to the original linguistic superheroes: the women interpreters and translators who've been quietly (and often brilliantly) building bridges between worlds for centuries.

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Position Statement Regarding Section 504

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Translation Association Position Statement Regarding Section 504

Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act protects individuals with disabilities from discrimination in federally funded programs, ensuring equal access for students, employees, and individuals seeking services.

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From Jargon Jedi to Brain Buffer: AI's Guide to New Year’s Resolutions for Interpreters and Translators

 This year, we are strategically embracing Artificial Intelligence (AI) at Edu-Con 2025 through our theme, “Bridging Human Expertise & AI: The Future of Interpreters and Translators in Education.”, and decided to start off the new year by leveraging AI to generate suggestions for professional development goals for translators and interpreters. Check out the AI-generated recommendations below and let us know if any resonate with you.

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International Translation Day: Empowering Students, Families, and Educators

 

September 30th marks the 7th annual International Translation Day, a global celebration highlighting the vital role translation plays in connecting cultures and fostering understanding. For translators working in educational settings, this day underscores the crucial impact their work has in ensuring equitable access to education for all students and their families.

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Interpretation and Translation in U.S. Educational Settings During Hispanic Heritage Month

 

Hispanic Heritage Month, celebrated from September 15th to October 15th, is a time to honor the rich history, culture, and contributions of Hispanic Americans. This month also presents a unique opportunity to reflect on the pivotal role of interpretation and translation in the U.S. education system, particularly for the increasing Hispanic* student population.

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Use of Automated Translation Printers in Public Schools

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Translation Associations Address the Use of Automated Translation Printers in Public Schools

 

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Nationwide Analysis of Job Descriptions

 

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Introducing AAITE - a Home for Interpreters and Translators in Education

With great joy we announce that the group formally known as the Interpreters and Translators in Education (ITE) Workgroup, is now officially the American Association of Interpreters and Translators in Education.

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