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Land the Job: Strategies for Interpreters and Translators (Part 1)
Gain practical tools and expert guidance tailored to help language professionals succeed in today’s competitive job market. This three-part webinar series is designed to equip interpreters and translators with the tools, strategies, and confidence needed to navigate the modern job market. Each part will provide practical, industry-specific guidance on résumé writing, job searching, and personal…
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MD Networking Event
Join the Medical Division for another virtual networking event! This will be a relaxed, informal meeting to interact with your colleagues, make new connections, and catch up with old ones. Several questions will be presented and discussed with fellow professionals in breakout rooms, followed by a larger group discussion to share ideas. At this meetup,…
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ATA Member Benefits Meet-Up
Learn all about the benefits of ATA membership! 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. ATA is continuously working to add more benefits for our members. There are so many…
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Planning a Book Translation
Are you a literary translator, or are you hoping to break into literary translation? Learn how to look out for yourself and impress your client. For freelancers taking on book-length translations, good planning is critical. By setting up a detailed timeline and clear expectations from the start, you can look out for future you and…
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XXIII FIT Congress
As a service to members, ATA provides information about non-ATA events that serve the translation and interpreting community. Inclusion in ATA's event calendar does not imply affiliation with or endorsement by ATA.
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The Evolving Linguist Conference
Serving translators and interpreters at the regional level, ATA chapters and affiliates provide educational sessions and workshops, publicize the availability of local translators and interpreters, and increase the local community’s awareness of language services. As a service to members, ATA provides information about chapter and affiliate events.
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NOTIS Annual Conference 2025
Serving translators and interpreters at the regional level, ATA chapters provide educational sessions and workshops, publicize the availability of local translators and interpreters, and increase the local community’s awareness of language services. As a service to members, ATA provides information about chapter events.
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Basics of Immunology for Translators and Interpreters
Looking to boost your confidence in immunology-related translation and interpreting? This webinar is your shortcut to mastering the essentials. This webinar is designed to help you clearly understand the core concepts of immunology—knowledge that is crucial for accurate and confident translation and interpreting. In 2025, immunology has become one of the most in-demand fields in…
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Meet the Candidates for the ATA Election
Shape the future of your association and your profession by taking part in this year's election! ATA will hold its regularly scheduled election at the upcoming ATA 66th Annual Conference in Boston, October 22–25, 2025. If you are unable to attend, here's your opportunity to get to know the candidates before you cast your vote.…
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Freelancer Retirement Planning: U.S. Accounts and Exit Tips
Wondering how to retire as a self-employed freelancer with a global life? Get a clear roadmap to U.S. retirement planning, savings strategies, and exit tax considerations tailored to translators, interpreters, and digital nomads. Many freelance translators and interpreters in the U.S. face a daunting question: how to prepare for retirement when your income fluctuates, you’re…
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NCIHC 2025 Language Access Congress
As a service to members, ATA provides information about non-ATA events that serve the translation and interpreting community. Inclusion in ATA's event calendar does not imply affiliation with or endorsement by ATA.
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FIT International Translation Day 2025 Webinar
As a service to members, ATA provides information about non-ATA events that serve the translation and interpreting community. Inclusion in ATA's event calendar does not imply affiliation with or endorsement by ATA.
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Deep Dive Networking: Personal Branding for Language Professionals
Bring your snorkels and join the Business Practices Education Committee for a deep dive into one business topic! We will discuss personal branding to show who you are as a language professional. Bring your questions, ideas, and insights to share. Registration is free and open to ATA members only. Due to the interactive nature of…
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Land the Job: Strategies for Interpreters and Translators (Part 2)
Gain practical tools and expert guidance tailored to help language professionals succeed in today’s competitive job market. This three-part webinar series is designed to equip interpreters and translators with the tools, strategies, and confidence needed to navigate the modern job market. Each part will provide practical, industry-specific guidance on résumé writing, job searching, and personal…
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Übersetzen persönlicher Dokumente – Herausforderungen und Optionen
Eine Podiumsdiskussion in English/Deutsch. Regelmäßig gibt es im GLD-Forum Diskussionen zu beglaubigten Übersetzungen von persönlichen Dokumenten. Da so viel vom Kontext abhängt – wie üblich bei allen Übersetzungen – ist es schwierig, allgemeine Aussagen zu treffen. Wir möchten euch daher zu einer Podiumsdiskussion mit diesem Thema einladen, bei der wir versuchen, einen klaren Überblick über…
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ATA 66th Annual Conference
Westin Boston Seaport Hotel 425 Summer Street, Boston, MA, United StatesCelebrate your passion and profession at ATA66! Dedicated translators and interpreters come from all over the world to share their unique experiences while building relationships in a supportive and generous community. They come to invest in themselves and their future as professional language services providers. Celebrate with 1,200 translators and interpreters from over 60 countries…
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Certification Exam: In-Person
Boston, MA Boston, MA, United StatesATA Membership Required You must be an ATA member to register for the ATA Certification exam. ATA membership is not refundable. Join ATA Note: Exams sell out quickly and there is no guarantee space will be available by the time your membership is processed. Registration Deadline: The deadline to register for this exam was…
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Board of Directors Meeting
Westin Boston Seaport Hotel 425 Summer Street, Boston, MA, United StatesThe 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. Want to attend this meeting? This Board of Directors Meeting will be held in Boston, Massachusetts. All ATA members are invited to attend. Email your name to boardmeeting@atanet.org…
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From Blah to Beautiful: How to Make Social Media Graphics that Pop with Canva
Learn how to transform dull social media posts into eye-catching, on-brand content in this fun, hands-on webinar. Is your social media presence looking a little… blah? Join us for a fun, interactive webinar where you’ll discover how to transform your social media content from ordinary to wow using Canva. We’ll walk through practical techniques, share…
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CLD Café: ATA 66th Annual Conference Debrief
Relive highlights from the ATA 66th Annual Conference in Boston! Share your experiences with fellow ATA66 attendees and turn your takeaways into actionable plans for a real boost to your career. Open to all current members of CLD.
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ATA66 Debriefing Session
Join us to share your impressions of the ATA 66th Annual Conference and meet our new administration! Grab your drink of choice and come chat about the sessions, the 35-year PLD anniversary celebration, our Distinguished Speaker, and the PLD get-togethers. Please note that this session is exclusively for PLD members
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Business Questions We All Have
There are some business questions we all keep asking. Learn how to get answers. As freelance language professionals, we often feel highly confident in our language skills but less comfortable with the business side of a language career. ATA’s Business Practices Online Community exists so we can share questions, concerns, answers, and support. Find out…
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ATA TEKTalks: How to Raise Your Post-Editing Productivity with CotranslatorAI
Discover smarter ways to boost your translation and post-editing workflows. In this webinar, you’ll learn how to pre-purpose AI prompts so you get better results faster, use workflow accelerators to save time and reduce repetition, and apply an iterative process that sharpens your prompts and output. We’ll start with a hands-on look at how to…
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BPEC and NYCT Joint Co-working Session
Got a task you’ve been putting off for days … or months? Need that extra push to tackle the most boring project in the history of project-kind? Feeling a little isolated in your home office? Join us for an online co-working session, providing time to work quietly with others, hold each other accountable, and share…
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ATA66 Recap and GLD Social Event
Let’s get together for an ATA66 recap! We can share some of the special moments from this year’s ATA conference in Boston and get a glimpse of the activities and informative training sessions.
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Everything You Need to Know about ATA’s Mastermind Program
Discover the benefits of ATA’s Mastermind Program and learn how peer-based, small team mentoring can serve your business needs. Mastermind groups use a peer-based mentoring concept in which individuals form small teams to learn from each other for personal and professional growth. Each year, ATA’s Mastermind Program connects members from various fields and language pairs…
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LEO’s 12th International Biannual Virtual Conference
As a service to members, ATA provides information about non-ATA events that serve the translation and interpreting community. Inclusion in ATA's event calendar does not imply affiliation with or endorsement by ATA.
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Medical Translation and Terminology in Heart Health, Breast Cancer, and Diabetes
Are you ready to build your confidence and competence when translating women’s health—and make a real impact on your work? Then this practical, hands-on virtual workshop is your gateway to mastering essential medical terminology! Are you a new or aspiring medical translator or interpreter ready to specialize in women’s health? Join us and start building…
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ATA Member Benefits Meet-Up Live on LinkedIn
Learn all about the benefits of ATA membership! 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 LinkedIn Live event is for you. ATA is continuously working to add more benefits for our members. There are…
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ATA TEKTalks: Cloud-Based CAT Tools—Can They Work?
Learn the pros and cons of the new cloud-based CAT Tool, Trados Go. We know that most translators prefer desktop CAT tools, so we’re definitely not taking Studio away. At the same time, we also know that some users prefer working in the browser. So, we would like to validate with our community how big…
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To-MAY-to, To-MAH-to: State Laws, State Lingo, and the Interpreter’s Dilemma
Interpreting criminal charges accurately across state lines is more critical than ever. Learn how to navigate legal terminology differences in a post-COVID, multi-jurisdictional world. Laws differ from state to state, which can affect the terminology interpreters use in and out of the courtroom. It’s even more critical in a post-Covid world where many interpreters work…
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Business Book Club
We write – and speak – for others all the time, adjusting our work to the client’s glossary, style guide, and brand voice as needed. But how do you want to sound when the words are your own? That’s what we’ll talk about at ATA’s first-ever Business Book Club! We’ll discuss Everybody Writes, Ann Handley’s…
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ASTM F2575 Certification: What It Is, Why It Matters, and How to Prepare
Are you a language services provider owner curious about ASTM F2575 certification? Get a practical look at this standard, the audit process, and how certification can enhance your credibility and business value. This webinar will offer a clear, practical overview of the ASTM F2575-23 Standard Practice for Language Translation and its certification process. Led by…
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CLD Café: Demystifying Cryptocurrency – A Translator’s Guide to Key Terms and Concepts
This session will break down essential crypto-related concepts, providing translators with the tools to accurately translate and localize content in this fast-growing field. From key terms like “DeFi” and “staking” to understanding whitepapers and regulatory language, attendees will gain practical insights into handling specialized terminology with confidence. Some examples of translation may be provided in…
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Italian Language Division Holiday Zoom
Come join the Italian Language Division for a holiday meetup and recap of ATA66 in Boston! Bring a coffee or an aperitivo to toast the holidays with your ILD friends!
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Mastermind Program: Open for Applications
Don't go it alone! Translators and interpreters often go into business understanding that finding and retaining clients will be hard work. What many fail to see, however, is the difficulty in running a business alone and not always knowing what to do next. This is where ATA can help! ATA's Mastermind Program uses a peer-based…
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Mentoring Program: Open for Applications
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. Mentee applications are accepted from January 1 through March 31, while Mentor applications are accepted all year. The program runs from May 1 through October 31 each…
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CLD Café: Lost and Found – Defying the Challenges of Chinese in Translation
Translation and interpreting professionals work to bridge the gap in language and culture, but some concepts defy direct translation. In Chinese-to-English translation and interpreting, beyond idioms and cultural references, there are structural, tonal, and contextual nuances that require reformulation to convey the intended meaning naturally. Being able to convey these nuances gives the human linguist…
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Membership Development Committee Meeting
The Membership Development Committee develops and supports initiatives aimed at membership growth and retention. Learn more about the Membership Development Committee. This is a closed meeting for committee members only. Get involved, get connected, and give back! Volunteers are the driving force behind ATA. Your service is invaluable to the success of ATA committees. To…
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Strategy Committee Meeting
The language services market is constantly evolving, growing, and adapting to changes in technology and economic forces. ATA and its members are affected by these changes—we need data and analyses to make informed decisions about the industry, the Association, and individual members’ livelihoods. The ATA Strategy Committee was established to systematically track the language services…
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Land the Job: Strategies for Interpreters and Translators (Part 3)
Gain practical tools and expert guidance tailored to help language professionals succeed in today’s competitive job market. This three-part webinar series is designed to equip interpreters and translators with the tools, strategies, and confidence needed to navigate the modern job market. Each part will provide practical, industry-specific guidance on résumé writing, job searching, and personal…
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Certification Committee Meeting
The ATA Certification Committee was established to implement and manage a Certification Program that enables individual translators to demonstrate that they meet professional standards. Learn more about the Certification Committee. Certification Committee meetings focus on overseeing and strengthening the ATA Certification Program. The committee reviews issues from the certification year, discusses upcoming and emerging topics,…
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Finance and Audit Committee Meeting
The Finance and Audit Committee was established to oversee the finances of the Association, ensuring accurate and complete financial reports and safeguarding the Association's assets. Learn more about the Finance and Audit Committee. This is a closed meeting for committee members only. Get involved, get connected, and give back! Volunteers are the driving force behind…
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Preparing for ATA’s Certification Exam (English>Spanish)
Whether you are preparing to take ATA’s English>Spanish certification exam or thinking of taking it in the future, this course is for you. This course offers a comprehensive guide to ATA’s English>Spanish certification exam. The primary focus is a systematized analysis of ATA’s grading system error categories, where attendees will look at a list of…
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Generative AI and Basic Prompting
This microcredential is designed for translators, interpreters, and other language professionals who want to start using generative AI effectively in their daily work. With a very practical approach, this course explains what generative AI is, how it compares to machine translation, what it can and cannot do, and how it fits into language services workflows.…
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Advanced AI for Professionals
This microcredential is for language professionals already using AI who wish to customize models and automate complex workflows using priming, prompting, and agents for customized experiences. Module 1 Advanced Priming and Cognitive Identity Design This module helps you transition from basic prompting to advanced priming. The goal is to build a foundational control layer that…
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Income – Expenses = Happiness: How to Be Happy in Your Business
Discover how to run a profitable business while staying happy and balanced. Learn how to connect with your passion, break limiting beliefs, and strengthen self-esteem, while gaining practical insights for aligning personal fulfillment with professional success. This webinar is designed to raise awareness of the value of developing your profession with passion and a commitment…
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CLD Café: Power Up Your Freelance T&I Business through Client Education
Client education is a critical yet often overlooked component of a successful freelance legal translation and interpreting business. This session will explore the benefits and strategies of effective client education, drawing from the speakers’ experience in client outreach. Attendees will gain actionable insights into advocating for their professionalism and earning potential business opportunities while elevating…
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ATA Member Benefits Meet-Up
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, learn…
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Terminology: Go Back to Basics and Develop Your Intuition
Elevate your approach to terminology, strengthen your linguistic insight, and boost your professional intuition. Register now and rediscover the fundamental power of words. In the dynamic world of translation and interpreting, technology often promises a quick fix for terminology challenges. Many professionals rely on powerful tools with integrated modules and partnerships designed to streamline research…
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Board of Directors Meeting
Hyatt Regency Embarcadero San Francisco, CA, United StatesThe 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. Want to attend this meeting? This Board of Directors Meeting will be held in San Francisco, California. All ATA members are invited to attend. Email your name to…
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GLD Rosenmontag Social
Let’s get together for a Digital Social on Rosenmontag! This is meant to be a relaxed networking event. Participants are encouraged (but not required) to come prepared to share: 1. What the Karneval season is called in the place you're most connected to, and what people traditionally call out at parades in that location. 2.…
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Membership Development Committee Meeting
The Membership Development Committee develops and supports initiatives aimed at membership growth and retention. Learn more about the Membership Development Committee. This is a closed meeting for committee members only. Get involved, get connected, and give back! Volunteers are the driving force behind ATA. Your service is invaluable to the success of ATA committees. To…
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Speaking Up: Advocacy Tools for Language Professionals
Your advocacy matters, now more than ever. It isn't just about language; it's about empowerment. As an interpreter, you're more than a voice – you're a critical link to justice and care. For individuals with limited English proficiency (LEP), due process, health outcomes, and fundamental rights often hang in the balance. This is where your…
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Medical Division MEDTalk
Acronyms are everywhere in medicine, and pediatrics is no exception. In fact, there are many acronyms that are unique to pediatrics because they represent conditions that children grow out of (like RDS) or issues that must be resolved in childhood (like HLHS or CDH). Join the Medical Division to learn 20+ acronyms that are used…
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AI-Powered Document Preparation for Language Professionals
Master the future of language work with tools that improve accuracy, speed, and confidence. Learn practical methods to work smarter and deliver exceptional results. Language professionals face growing pressure to prepare documents faster while keeping quality at its highest level. Many of us regularly handle dense contracts, detailed medical reports, complex research, or highly specialized…
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Elévate 2026
Join the SPD and ATIF in Miami for Elévate 2026, a three-day professional conference dedicated to innovation, excellence, and the future of translation and interpreting, with a focus on the Spanish language. What to Expect Keynote Speaker Xosé Castro, internationally recognized linguist, translator, and trainer Saturday and Sunday sessions featuring experts from across the Americas…
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NMTIA Translator and Interpreter Conference
Serving translators and interpreters at the regional level, ATA chapters and affiliates provide educational sessions and workshops, publicize the availability of local translators and interpreters, and increase the local community’s awareness of language services. As a service to members, ATA provides information about chapter and affiliate events.
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Mastermind Program: Application Deadline
Don't go it alone! Translators and interpreters often go into business understanding that finding and retaining clients will be hard work. What many fail to see, however, is the difficulty in running a business alone and not always knowing what to do next. This is where ATA can help! ATA's Mastermind Program uses a peer-based…
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SciTech Division Networking Hour
Join the Science & Technology Division for an hour of networking. This will be an informal meetup with non-recorded, small-group conversations where we share experiences and ideas based on an optional prompt. Don’t miss this opportunity to meet like-minded individuals, both introverts and extroverts, learn from each other, share stories, make new connections, or just…
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Call for Speakers Deadline
Speaking is a challenging and rewarding opportunity. All proposals are selected through a competitive peer-review process. By contributing to the advancement of your profession, you will build your reputation and résumé, widen your networking circle, and position yourself as a key player to help shape the future of the T&I industry. Speakers come from all…
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Lewis Galantière Award: Submission Deadline
The Lewis Galantière Award is bestowed biennially in even-numbered years for a distinguished book-length literary translation from any language, except German, into English.
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Digital Accessibility for Language Professionals
Ready to transform your digital workday? Learn how to turn technology into your greatest ally for well-being and peak performance! Are endless hours in front of screens leaving you fatigued? From professional tasks to personal leisure, our digital lives demand constant engagement – typing, swiping, mousing, watching, creating. This relentless interaction can strain your body…
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SLD March Networking Event
The Slavic Languages Division invites you to the upcoming quarterly gathering on Zoom. Come chat with SLD colleagues about what’s going on in life and in business. The past meetups have offered members a valuable chance to catch up with each other. We hope that this one will give attendees a sense of connection and…
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Understanding Cancer: Practical Terminology for Medical Interpreters and Translators
Elevate your skills, build professional confidence, and advance your career by learning the language of modern oncology. Medical interpreters and translators often work with cancer-related terminology on a regular basis. Without formal medical training, this can create challenges that affect both accuracy and confidence. This two-hour webinar is designed to address that need. Attendees will…
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GovD March Networking Event
Join the Government Division's leadership council and division members for an informal networking session. The GovD is open to all linguists and administrators in government, at all levels—federal, state, and local. Bring your questions and experiences to share and discuss!
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Business Book Club
By popular demand (at least, the demand of those who attended the first session), ATA invites you to join our Business Book Club! We'll read and discuss Devora Zack's Networking for People Who Hate Networking: A Field Guide for Introverts, the Overwhelmed, and the Underconnected. Let's talk about building relationships with colleagues and clients, even…
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Membership Development Committee Meeting
The Membership Development Committee develops and supports initiatives aimed at membership growth and retention. Learn more about the Membership Development Committee. This is a closed meeting for committee members only. Get involved, get connected, and give back! Volunteers are the driving force behind ATA. Your service is invaluable to the success of ATA committees. To…
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Educators Division Virtual Social Hour
This is the ATA’s Educators Division bimonthly virtual social hour. Division members are invited to attend and network with other division members, and to explore the latest developments in T&I pedagogy. A Zoom link to join will be provided roughly 24 hours before the event.
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Call for Speakers Deadline
By contributing to the advancement of your profession, you will build your reputation and résumé, widen your networking circle, and position yourself as a key player to help shape the future of the T&I industry. The proposal submission deadline is March 20. Proposal submission is open to everyone. ATA membership is not required.
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Inside Winemaking: Crafting Wine, Crafting Words
Elevate your linguistic toolkit and uncork new career possibilities by transforming your understanding of wine. For language professionals like you, the world is an endless source of fascinating fields waiting to be explored. But what if we told you there's a sector with a 7,000-year history, rich in cultural significance, and brimming with unique linguistic…
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CLD Café: Chinese-to-English Translation Slam
The CLD Translation Slam is back! Now an annual CLD tradition, we celebrate the art of translation with this year's translation slam by showcasing three brilliant translators and CLD members going head-to-head as they each translate the same text from Chinese into English and compare notes on their processes and techniques. Hear them comment on…
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Finance and Audit Committee Meeting
The Finance and Audit Committee was established to oversee the finances of the Association, ensuring accurate and complete financial reports and safeguarding the Association's assets. Learn more about the Finance and Audit Committee. This is a closed meeting for committee members only. Get involved, get connected, and give back! Volunteers are the driving force behind…
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Customizing DeepL and ChatGPT for Medical Translation
Take full control of DeepL, ChatGPT, and integrated medical dictionaries to deliver medical translations that meet the highest standards of accuracy and consistency. As a medical translator, you know that absolute accuracy is not just a goal; it’s a non-negotiable requirement. Terminology errors do more than just compromise trust; they can threaten regulatory compliance 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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MICATA Annual Conference
Serving translators and interpreters at the regional level, ATA chapters and affiliates provide educational sessions and workshops, publicize the availability of local translators and interpreters, and increase the local community’s awareness of language services. As a service to members, ATA provides information about chapter and affiliate events.
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Post-Pandemic Sworn Translations in Italy: Challenges and Best Practices
Participants will learn about the sworn translation process in Italy, which has become much more complicated post-pandemic. The presentation will be in Italian.
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CATI Annual Conference
Serving translators and interpreters at the regional level, ATA chapters and affiliates provide educational sessions and workshops, publicize the availability of local translators and interpreters, and increase the local community’s awareness of language services. As a service to members, ATA provides information about chapter and affiliate events.
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ALD Coffee Break: Let’s Get Together
Let’s take a break together! Sometimes the world feels a little heavy and, in moments like these, community matters even more. Whether you’re a longtime member or simply curious to meet fellow Arabic language professionals, you are warmly welcome. Join us for a relaxed ALD Coffee Break to connect, chat, and enjoy a moment together.…
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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. Mentee applications are accepted from January 1 through March 31, while Mentor applications are accepted all year. The program runs from May 1 through October 31 each…
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ATA Member Benefits Meet-Up
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, learn…
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Deep Dive Networking: Contracts
Bring your snorkels and join the Business Practices Education Committee for a deep dive into one business topic! We will discuss contracts for language professionals. Bring your questions, ideas, and insights to share. Registration is free and open to ATA members only. Due to the interactive nature of this event, it will not be recorded.…
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Accent Reduction Strategies for Professional Interpreters
Get the training you need to improve your spoken English delivery, perfect your craft, and grow your client base. If English is not your first language, this webinar will help you speak more clearly and with purpose, neutralize your accent, and interpret more effectively for your clients. This training has transformed many lives and careers,…
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MiTin Online Annual Conference: How To Stay Relevant In The Age Of AI
Serving translators and interpreters at the regional level, ATA chapters and affiliates provide educational sessions and workshops, publicize the availability of local translators and interpreters, and increase the local community’s awareness of language services. As a service to members, ATA provides information about chapter and affiliate events.
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Membership Development Committee Meeting
The Membership Development Committee develops and supports initiatives aimed at membership growth and retention. Learn more about the Membership Development Committee. This is a closed meeting for committee members only. Get involved, get connected, and give back! Volunteers are the driving force behind ATA. Your service is invaluable to the success of ATA committees. To…
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AI Workflows for CAT Tools: Using Large TMs, Corpora, and RAG
Join this webinar to learn how to use AI, fast indexing, and RAG to search and use massive TMs and multilingual corpora more efficiently. Large translation memories (TMs) can slow down or even crash many CAT tools. During this webinar, you’ll see how AI-powered retrieval can connect to your existing CAT tools so you can…
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Path to ATA Certification (Spanish>English): Session 1
This two-part webinar series is designed to support translators preparing for ATA's English-into-Spanish certification exam. Across both sessions, experienced professionals and exam graders will share practical strategies, insights, and real-world examples to help you succeed. This event is organized by ATA's Spanish Language Division (SPD) and the Delaware Valley Translators Association (DVTA). Session 1 Exam…
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CLD Café: Translating “Tongzhi” – Language and Identity in Contemporary Chinese Gay Fiction
This webinar examines the challenges of translating terms related to “tongzhi” (gay) fiction in contemporary Sinophone literature. Drawing on the presenter’s experience translating three book-length works, the session focuses on the defining characteristics of “gay” fiction—whether determined by content, authorship, or readership—and how specific translation choices shape the work’s reception in English-language contexts.
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Path to ATA Certification (Spanish>English): Session 2
This two-part webinar series is designed to support translators preparing for ATA's English-into-Spanish certification exam. Across both sessions, experienced professionals and exam graders will share practical strategies, insights, and real-world examples to help you succeed. This event is organized by ATA's Spanish Language Division (SPD) and the Delaware Valley Translators Association (DVTA). Session 1 Exam…
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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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Nordic Literature in Translation: A Conversation with Mia Spangenberg
ATA’s Nordic & Literary Divisions Invite You to a Webinar! Join us for a discussion that spans Nordic literature, literary translation in general, and a dive into two of Mia’s recent translation projects: Marika Maijala’s picture book for children, Rosie Runs, and a very different project, Pirkko Saisio’s Helsinki Trilogy that chronicles a young woman’s…
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Vocal Health and Sustainable Routines for Conference Interpreters
Learn practical, science-based vocal techniques to prevent vocal fatigue, reduce strain, and protect your voice before, during, and after high-demand assignments. Conference interpreters depend on their voice as their professional tool. Because this is a high-pressure job, vocal fatigue, strain, and long-term health issues are common. This webinar offers practical, voice science-based strategies to protect…
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French Grammar Masterclass: The Participe Passé Explained
“Les reines se sont succédé” or “Les reines se sont succédées”? Which one is correct and why? Come discover the answer in this interactive webinar! Join this focused French grammar masterclass for a clear, structured breakdown of the participe passé, including the rules, the logic behind them, and the key exceptions you actually need to…
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ATA TEKTalks: Hidden Risk in AI Translation—Why Review Is the New Bottleneck
The rapid adoption of AI and machine translation has dramatically increased the volume of translated content, but review capacity has not scaled at the same pace. As a result, translation review is emerging as the new bottleneck in localization workflows. This webinar examines why traditional review processes struggle to keep up with AI-driven production and…
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Virtual Brainstorm Networking
Find solutions and make connections during this networking event for translators and interpreters. Join your colleagues for this fun, fast-paced hour of solving common business challenges in small teams. Attend this virtual networking event to meet new people, learn new skills, and expand your support network, while sharing your own experiences. Don’t miss it! Registration…
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Translating for Read-Aloud: Performativity and Rhythm in Picture Books
Picture books don’t just tell stories — they perform them. Explore how to balance style, design, illustrations, and read-aloud impact to make every element work together. This advanced webinar takes a close look at the challenges of translating picture books. It treats translation as both a creative and performance-driven process that shapes how young readers…
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Membership Development Committee Meeting
The Membership Development Committee develops and supports initiatives aimed at membership growth and retention. Learn more about the Membership Development Committee. This is a closed meeting for committee members only. Get involved, get connected, and give back! Volunteers are the driving force behind ATA. Your service is invaluable to the success of ATA committees. To…
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When Words Mislead: How to Read English Contracts Clearly in the Age of AI
Spot hidden meanings in contracts, flag misleading terms, and make confident translation decisions using expert insight and AI tools. Translating English contracts rarely causes trouble because of complex legal terms. More often, the problem comes from ordinary words used in highly specific legal ways. When taken at face value, those words can mislead translators and…
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CLD Café: Practical Tips for Interpreters to Thrive in the AI Era
In today’s world, innovation happens every day with new and better AI tools coming out rapidly. Will we be replaced by AI? This is a question that interpreters are frequently faced with. In this month’s CLD Café, the presenter shares practical tips on how interpreters can use AI to their advantage. She discusses how to…
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Board of Directors Meeting
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. Want to attend this Board meeting? This Board of Directors Meeting will be held on May 30-31 in Washington, DC. All ATA members are invited to attend. Email…
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Colorado Interpreters and Translators Association Conference 2026
Denver, ColoradoServing translators and interpreters at the regional level, ATA chapters and affiliates provide educational sessions and workshops, publicize the availability of local translators and interpreters, and increase the local community’s awareness of language services. As a service to members, ATA provides information about chapter and affiliate events.
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ATA Member Benefits Meet-Up
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, learn…
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S&TD Leadership Council Meeting
The Science and Technology Division's leadership council will be meeting to discuss upcoming division events.
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Business Book Club
Calling all bookworms! ATA invites you to join our Business Book Club! We'll discuss Seth Godin’s This is Strategy, a book for those who are thinking about making big changes in their businesses. Come brainstorm ideas, share experiences, and make plans for the future. Registration is free and open to all ATA members. Due to…
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Attracting Your Ideal Client: How to Devise Your Strategy through Your Personal Brand
Learn to build a personal brand that highlights your human edge, helps you become a client magnet, and leads you to stand out in the AI era! Today, one critical challenge most professionals are facing is converting and keeping high-value clients. What is a personal brand? What are its main features? Why is it relevant…
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Carga semántica y aspecto verbal en la traducción
Join the SPD for an engaging webinar by Nuria Gómez Belart dedicated to one of the most demanding areas of translation practice: rendering verb tenses and aspects effectively, especially into Spanish. Designed for both certification candidates and experienced translators seeking to sharpen their linguistic skills, this webinar will examine how verbal forms shape meaning and…
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Diversifying Roles for Language Professionals, Part 1: Creating a Professional Podcast and Audio Content
Struggling to stand out in a crowded digital space? A well-crafted podcast can help you cut through the noise and position yourself as a trusted voice in the field. This webinar shows how linguists can use podcasting as a tool for content creation and personal branding. It covers the growth of audio storytelling and why…
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Membership Development Committee Meeting
The Membership Development Committee develops and supports initiatives aimed at membership growth and retention. Learn more about the Membership Development Committee. This is a closed meeting for committee members only. Get involved, get connected, and give back! Volunteers are the driving force behind ATA. Your service is invaluable to the success of ATA committees. To…
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ATA-FIT Standards Symposium – Beyond Compliance: Shaping Trust, Quality, and AI Governance in T&I
Explore the current developments, challenges, and opportunities related to the standards shaping the future of the translation and interpreting professions. Join us for the third international symposium, organized by ATA’s Standards Committee in collaboration with the International Standards Standing Committee of the International Federation of Translators (FIT). This webinar features opening remarks by ATA President…
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The Changing Terminology of French Law
Learn the latest French legal terminology changes from recent Civil and Criminal Code reforms, including November 2025 updates. In the past 20 years, French legal terminology evolved: the core part of the French Civil Code (on the law of obligations) has been completely rewritten, the French Code of Civil Procedure has undergone significant changes, and…
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Decision-Making in Corporate Law Translation, Part 1
Join us as we tackle common challenges that legal translators face when working across different legal systems. How do you translate an LLC when there is no exact equivalent in your legal system? Is a partnership truly the same as a sociedad colectiva? And what distinguishes a right of first refusal from a preemptive right? Strengthen…
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Decision-Making in Corporate Law Translation, Part 2
Go beyond entity names and corporate documents to tackle some of the most challenging concepts in corporate law translation, including shareholder rights, stock options, RSUs, phantom shares, and other equity-based compensation mechanisms. How do you translate a right of first refusal when the concept functions differently across legal systems? What distinguishes a tag-along right from…
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Membership Development Committee Meeting
The Membership Development Committee develops and supports initiatives aimed at membership growth and retention. Learn more about the Membership Development Committee. This is a closed meeting for committee members only. Get involved, get connected, and give back! Volunteers are the driving force behind ATA. Your service is invaluable to the success of ATA committees. To…
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Entering the Official Document Translation Market, Part 1: Defining the Market and Niche
Struggling to find a niche that offers steady, long-term income amidst the AI chaos? Learn how to thrive in the official document niche. This webinar shows how translators at any stage, including beginners, can enter and succeed in the official document translation market. Part 1 provides a clear overview of the market, including who the…
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CLD Café: Bringing Your I to AI – The Rapidly Changing Technology Landscape in Language Services
Artificial intelligence is playing an ever-increasing role in the language services industry. Everyone—from individual translators and interpreters to the CEOs of the largest language services companies—is struggling to adapt to a future increasingly driven by AI and by customers’ expectations for radical new solutions. It is crucial to be aware of the current state of…
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Diversifying Roles for Language Professionals, Part 2: The Linguist as an Expert and Strategic Advisor
Trapped doing basic translation work while the market moves toward higher-value roles? See how to reposition your expertise for consulting, strategy, and specialized in-house opportunities. You will learn how to move beyond basic execution into expert and advisory roles. The webinar highlights growing demand for customized, high level language solutions and offers practical paths into…
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Deep Dive Networking: Conference Participation, Professional Growth
Bring your snorkels and join the Business Practices Education Committee for a deep dive into one business topic! As Conference Marathon Season approaches, let’s think about how to get the most out of attending a conference. What type of sessions do we pick? How do we find the people we want to meet? How do…
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Board of Directors Meeting
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 meeting will be held online and is closed. Minutes will be made available to members once they are approved. Learn how a Board meeting works Listen to…
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School Outreach Contest Deadline
Share your passion with the next generation and you could win a free registration to the ATA Annual Conference. ATA's School Outreach Program encourages professional translators and interpreters to visit classrooms—in person or virtually, anywhere in the world, to any age group—and share their passion for language with students. We make it easy by offering…
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Membership Development Committee Meeting
The Membership Development Committee develops and supports initiatives aimed at membership growth and retention. Learn more about the Membership Development Committee. This is a closed meeting for committee members only. Get involved, get connected, and give back! Volunteers are the driving force behind ATA. Your service is invaluable to the success of ATA committees. To…
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Translation Techniques: From Brief Theory to Intensive Practice (English<>Spanish)
Translators are accountable for their translations. This workshop will provide tools to choose the right techniques for the best human and AI-generated translations. In this workshop, the process goes from very brief theoretical content to intensive practice. As professional translators, we make innumerable decisions in our daily work, and must account for them! Clients will…
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The Negotiation Playbook for T&Is in 2026
This webinar gives you a proven, down-to-earth negotiation toolkit to help you earn more with less stress. In today’s AI‑saturated world, negotiation remains one of the most powerful ways to build trust and land the work of your dreams. Beyond increasing your income, effective negotiation strengthens business relationships and lowers stress, leading to better outcomes…
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Customizing Claude for Translation Projects
Learn how to customize Claude using Projects, Skills, and Agents to ensure terminology accuracy and streamline quality assurance through automation. As a translator, you may have spent more time than you’d like testing AI tools—switching platforms, comparing outputs, and wondering which one can truly meet your needs. The endless search for the “right” solution can…
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CLD Café: Journey to Charm the West – How China is Evolving Its Legal Translation Capabilities
Live from Shanghai, Adrian Dunbar shares the inside story of his appointment at the Shanghai International Studies University Graduate Institute of Interpreting and Translation. A decade ago, Washington launched the China Initiative, a mistranslation-fueled legal witch hunt against innocent civilians and “law-breaking” companies such as Huawei. Today, China has risen above the United States in…
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Business Book Club
Calling all bookworms! ATA invites you to join our Business Book Club! We'll discuss Ryan Holiday’s The Obstacle Is the Way. Join our guest host to take a step back and get a big-picture perspective on your language business. Registration is free and open to all ATA members. Due to the interactive nature of this…
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NOTIS 2026 Annual Conference
Serving translators and interpreters at the regional level, ATA chapters provide educational sessions and workshops, publicize the availability of local translators and interpreters, and increase the local community’s awareness of language services. As a service to members, ATA provides information about chapter events.
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Membership Development Committee Meeting
The Membership Development Committee develops and supports initiatives aimed at membership growth and retention. Learn more about the Membership Development Committee. This is a closed meeting for committee members only. Get involved, get connected, and give back! Volunteers are the driving force behind ATA. Your service is invaluable to the success of ATA committees. To…
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Meet the Candidates for ATA’s 2026 Election
Shape the future of your association and your profession by taking part in this year's election! ATA will hold its regularly scheduled elections in conjunction with ATA’s 67th Annual Conference in October to fill the following positions: Treasurer (one position for a one-year term), Director (three positions, each for a three-year term). All voting takes…
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ATA Member Benefits Meet-Up
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, learn…
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Content Marketing for Language Companies and Advanced Freelancers
Learn how to use blog posts, email, newsletters, LinkedIn posts, podcasts, and videos to build trust, showcase your expertise, and attract clients to your business. In today’s economic climate, effective marketing requires both push strategies (direct outreach) and pull strategies (inbound marketing). In this webinar, you’ll learn the fundamentals of content marketing for translation and…
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Entering the Official Document Translation Market, Part 2: Pricing, Workflow, and Client Communication
Landing projects is only half the battle. Learn how to streamline your workflow, set clear expectations with clients, and turn occasional jobs into consistent, sustainable income. In Part 2 of this webinar, you will learn how to confidently analyze and quote official document translation projects, build effective templates, market your services effectively to both individual…
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