ATA TEKTalks: Is XTM the Right Tool for You?

Feeling LOC’d out? ATA TEKTalks is here to help! Learn the pros and cons of the top language localization tools to discover which one best fits your needs and goals! XTM International develops and sells XTM Cloud, a web-based translation management system with an integrated computer-aided translation tool. It centralizes linguistic assets and enables fast,…

ATA Member Benefits Meet-Up March 2024

Online

Come get a refresher on all the benefits of your ATA membership! ATA is continuously working to add more benefits for our members. In fact, there are so many, even longtime members might not be aware of everything ATA has to offer! Find out what you've been missing! During this FREE, fun, and informative session,…

Mid-America Chapter of ATA 2024 Conference

Johnson County Community College 12345 College Blvd., Overland Park, KS, United States

We are excited to announce that registration is now open for our 2024 Annual Conference and Workshops: The Future is Now: Embrace it! The conference and workshops will be held at Johnson County Community College, Overland Park, KS, on March 23-24, 2024.

Government Division Networking Event

Online

The Government Division will be hosting a virtual networking event for GovD members on Wednesday, March 27, from 7:00-8:00 p.m. (Eastern). Join us for a friendly gathering with members of the GovD Leadership Council, moderated by Yasha Saebi. We'll discuss your questions related to translating and interpreting for government agencies, as both in-house staff and…

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Call for Nominations Deadline

The elected Board of Directors is responsible for guiding the development of ATA. By submitting a nomination, ATA members help shape the future of their association and their profession. Find out which positions are open, who is eligible to be nominated, and how to submit your nominations.

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Mentoring Program: Application Deadline

Get the Support You Need! ATA’s Mentoring Program offers matching services to members at different stages in their career. Mentees and mentors benefit from this mutually rewarding program. Applications are accepted from January 1 through March 31. The program runs from May 1 through October 31 each year. Mentees will be selected through a competitive…

Chinese Language Division (CLD) Cafe: Video Game Localization

Online

This presentation delves into game localization, especially from Chinese to English, highlighting its unique challenges compared to other localization types. It will cover the components of a "language pack," localization bug testing, and the challenges faced by translators working with developers. The talk also emphasizes the role of transcreation, showcases notable game localization memes, and…

Terminology Management for Language Specialists

Online

Learn about the role of terminology management in today’s language industry. Get familiar with important rules of glossary building and maintaining.  Explore some efficient ways of terminology work for translators and interpreters. Workshop syllabus: Defining a term Terminology extraction, documenting, maintaining Glossary creation Terminology management Terminology management systems at work Terminology management tools   For…

Q2 Leadership Summit – April 10th

Members of ATA Division Leadership Councils, Division Officers, and ATA Chapter/Affiliate Boards are invited to attend this interactive quarterly leadership summit for volunteer leaders. The quarterly summit meetings, are designed to bring ATA volunteer leaders together for sharing best practices, share updates about association business, and to grow and develop their leadership skills. The goal…

SW Lake Michigan Retreat

SW Lake Michigan 6723 122nd Ave, Fennville, MI, United States

Our small group retreats are for total beginners, and pros who would like to experience gentle yoga and meditation as a way of life, healing, and growth. The Vivekananda Retreat Center has provided home for our retreats since 1991. It is located on 110 acres of beautiful non-farming land minutes away from Lake Michigan beaches.…

Board of Directors Meeting April 2024

The ATA Board of Directors meets four times a year to establish policy, develop goals and objectives, and oversee ATA's finances. Get to know ATA’s Board of Directors. This Board of Directors Meeting will be held in Alexandria, Virginia. Want to attend? All ATA members are invited to attend. Email your name and membership number to…

Advocacy, Impact, and Innovation Awards: Open for Submissions

ATA presents annual and biennial awards to encourage, reward, and publicize outstanding work done by both seasoned professionals and students of our craft. Learn more about these awards and how to submit a nomination. Advocacy Award Impact Award Innovation Award These awards are bestowed in even-numbered years. The deadline to submit is May 31.

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As a service to members, ATA includes events organized by non-profit associations and institutions that serve the translation and interpreting community. Inclusion does not imply affiliation with or endorsement by ATA. ATA membership is not required.

If you know of an event that other translators and interpreters should know about, please email the event name, organizing group, website, and contact information to ATA at calendarevents@atanet.org.