BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//American Translators Association (ATA) - ECPv6.17.4.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.atanet.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for American Translators Association (ATA) REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260101 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260102 DTSTAMP:20251113T174127Z CREATED:20201213T235903Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T174127Z UID:10003262-1767225600-1767311999@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:Mastermind Program: Open for Applications DESCRIPTION: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! \nATA’s Mastermind Program uses a peer-based mentoring approach offering a combination of brainstorming\, education\, and support. You will work together in small groups to share knowledge on specific topics and work collaboratively to achieve your learning goals. \nThe deadline to apply is February 28. URL:https://www.atanet.org/event/mastermind-program-open-for-applications/2026-01-01/ CATEGORIES:ATA Membership,Business Strategies,Grow Your Career ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.atanet.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/ATA-Mastermind-Program.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="American Translators Association":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260101 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260102 DTSTAMP:20251113T173854Z CREATED:20230126T193225Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T173854Z UID:10003396-1767225600-1767311999@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:Mentoring Program: Open for Applications DESCRIPTION: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. \nMentee 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 year. Mentees will be selected through a competitive application process. \nDeadline for Mentee applications is March 31. Mentor applications are accepted all year. URL:https://www.atanet.org/event/mentoring-program-open-for-applications/2026-01-01/ CATEGORIES:ATA Membership,Business Strategies,Grow Your Career ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.atanet.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/ATA-Mentoring-Program-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="American Translators Association":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260103 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260104 DTSTAMP:20261019T012525Z CREATED:20210331T200845Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261019T012525Z UID:10003935-1767398400-1767484799@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:Lewis Galantière Award: Open for Submissions DESCRIPTION: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. URL:https://www.atanet.org/event/lewis-galantiere-award-submission-deadline/2026-01-03/ CATEGORIES:Translation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.atanet.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/ATA-Honors-and-Awards-scaled-e1792372190183.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="American Translators Association":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T213000 DTSTAMP:20260316T153733Z CREATED:20260105T162005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T153733Z UID:10003827-1768420800-1768426200@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:CLD Café: Lost and Found - Defying the Challenges of Chinese in Translation DESCRIPTION: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 an edge in an era of increasing competition with artificial intelligence. This session will explore key challenges faced by translators and interpreters when encountering these nuanced elements in Chinese and propose practical strategies to navigate the complexities while maintaining fidelity and idiomaticity in English translations. URL:https://www.atanet.org/event/cld-cafe-lost-and-found-defying-the-challenges-of-chinese-in-translation/ CATEGORIES:Artificial Intelligence,Free for Members,Grow Your Career,Specialization,Translation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.atanet.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/logo-cld-chinese-language-division.png ORGANIZER;CN="Chinese Language Division":MAILTO:divisionCLD@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T183000 DTSTAMP:20260129T174701Z CREATED:20260114T171302Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T174701Z UID:10003839-1768930200-1768933800@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:Membership Development Committee Meeting DESCRIPTION:The Membership Development Committee develops and supports initiatives aimed at membership growth and retention. Learn more about the Membership Development Committee. \nThis is a closed meeting for committee members only. \n\nGet involved\, get connected\, and give back!\nVolunteers are the driving force behind ATA. Your service is invaluable to the success of ATA committees. \nTo volunteer for the committee that best fits your interest and abilities\, please complete this application. \n\n\n \n \n Volunteer Application\n \n \n Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Your Email Address*\n \n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n Your Phone Number*I am interested in volunteering for the following committee:*Advocacy CommitteeBusiness Practices Education CommitteeCertification CommitteeChapters CommitteeDivisions CommitteeEducation and Pedagogy CommitteeEthics CommitteeFinance and Audit CommitteeGovernance and Communications CommitteeHonors and Awards CommitteeInterpretation Profession Advisory CommitteeMembership Development CommitteeNominating and Leadership Development CommitteeProfessional Development CommitteePublic Relations CommitteeStandards CommitteeStrategy CommitteeOn average\, approximately how many hours a month would you be able to volunteer?*\n \n \n 2 hours\n \n \n \n 4 hours\n \n \n \n 6 hours\n \n \n \n 8 hours\n \n \n \n \n Do you have a special interest in a particular area of translation and interpreting?*What skills will you bring to your volunteer role?*Consent* I am voluntarily providing my personal information to ATA and I consent to having such information transferred to\, processed\, and stored in the United States. I agree to the privacy policy.\n Submit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://www.atanet.org/event/membership-development-committee-meeting/ CATEGORIES:ATA Membership ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.atanet.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/ata-committee-filler-scaled-e1774825105791.png ORGANIZER;CN="American Translators Association":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T150000 DTSTAMP:20260129T175822Z CREATED:20260129T175822Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T175822Z UID:10003859-1769004000-1769007600@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:Strategy Committee Meeting DESCRIPTION: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 market and analyze or report its findings to the Board of Directors and/or the ATA membership. Learn more about the Strategy Committee. \nThis is a closed meeting for committee members only. \n\nGet involved\, get connected\, and give back!\nVolunteers are the driving force behind ATA. Your service is invaluable to the success of ATA committees. \nTo volunteer for the committee that best fits your interest and abilities\, please complete this application. \n\n \n \n Volunteer Application\n \n \n Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Your Email Address*\n \n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n Your Phone Number*I am interested in volunteering for the following committee:*Advocacy CommitteeBusiness Practices Education CommitteeCertification CommitteeChapters CommitteeDivisions CommitteeEducation and Pedagogy CommitteeEthics CommitteeFinance and Audit CommitteeGovernance and Communications CommitteeHonors and Awards CommitteeInterpretation Profession Advisory CommitteeMembership Development CommitteeNominating and Leadership Development CommitteeProfessional Development CommitteePublic Relations CommitteeStandards CommitteeStrategy CommitteeOn average\, approximately how many hours a month would you be able to volunteer?*\n \n \n 2 hours\n \n \n \n 4 hours\n \n \n \n 6 hours\n \n \n \n 8 hours\n \n \n \n \n Do you have a special interest in a particular area of translation and interpreting?*What skills will you bring to your volunteer role?*Consent* I am voluntarily providing my personal information to ATA and I consent to having such information transferred to\, processed\, and stored in the United States. I agree to the privacy policy.\n Submit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://www.atanet.org/event/strategy-committee-meeting/ CATEGORIES:ATA Membership ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.atanet.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/ata-committee-filler-scaled-e1774825105791.png ORGANIZER;CN="American Translators Association":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260122 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260123 DTSTAMP:20260122T222830Z CREATED:20250709T224754Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T222830Z UID:10003803-1769040000-1769126399@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:Land the Job: Strategies for Interpreters and Translators (Part 3) DESCRIPTION:Gain practical tools and expert guidance tailored to help language professionals succeed in today’s competitive job market.\nThis 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 branding—delivered by a career expert and recruiter with extensive experience in the language services industry. \nIn Part 3 of this webinar series\, you will:\n\nOptimize your LinkedIn profile with strategies tailored to interpreters and translators.\nCreate a professional website and portfolio showcasing your expertise.\nBuild credibility through testimonials\, case studies\, and thought leadership.\nExpand your network by connecting both online and in person.\n\nAbout the Presenter\nMilijana Trobradovic is the founder and CEO of Language Talent Pool\, a recruiting and career support platform for language professionals. A former interpreter\, translator\, and agency owner\, she has hired hundreds of linguists and coached countless professionals on how to position themselves for better jobs and rates. She is also the writer behind the Language Career Hub newsletter and a frequent speaker on language industry careers. URL:https://www.atanet.org/event/land-the-job-strategies-for-interpreters-and-translators-part-3/ CATEGORIES:Business Strategies,Free for Members ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.atanet.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Land-the-Job-Strategies-for-Interpreters-and-Translators-scaled-e1752100504323.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="American Translators Association":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T160000 DTSTAMP:20260203T201218Z CREATED:20260115T171447Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T201218Z UID:10003840-1769605200-1769616000@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:Certification Committee Meeting DESCRIPTION: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. \nCertification Committee meetings focus on overseeing and strengthening the ATA Certification Program. The committee reviews issues from the certification year\, discusses upcoming and emerging topics\, and explores ways to improve the program\, candidate experience\, and testing processes. Additional matters may be addressed as needed to support the ATA Certification program’s integrity and development. \nThis is a closed meeting for committee members only. \nQuestions?\nContact Larry Bogoslaw\, Certification Committee Chair\, at larry@translab.us. \n\nGet involved\, get connected\, and give back!\nVolunteers are the driving force behind ATA. Your service is invaluable to the success of ATA committees. \nTo volunteer for the committee that best fits your interest and abilities\, please complete this application. \n\n \n \n Volunteer Application\n \n \n Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Your Email Address*\n \n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n Your Phone Number*I am interested in volunteering for the following committee:*Advocacy CommitteeBusiness Practices Education CommitteeCertification CommitteeChapters CommitteeDivisions CommitteeEducation and Pedagogy CommitteeEthics CommitteeFinance and Audit CommitteeGovernance and Communications CommitteeHonors and Awards CommitteeInterpretation Profession Advisory CommitteeMembership Development CommitteeNominating and Leadership Development CommitteeProfessional Development CommitteePublic Relations CommitteeStandards CommitteeStrategy CommitteeOn average\, approximately how many hours a month would you be able to volunteer?*\n \n \n 2 hours\n \n \n \n 4 hours\n \n \n \n 6 hours\n \n \n \n 8 hours\n \n \n \n \n Do you have a special interest in a particular area of translation and interpreting?*What skills will you bring to your volunteer role?*Consent* I am voluntarily providing my personal information to ATA and I consent to having such information transferred to\, processed\, and stored in the United States. I agree to the privacy policy.\n Submit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://www.atanet.org/event/certification-committee-meeting/ CATEGORIES:ATA Membership ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.atanet.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/ata-committee-filler-scaled-e1774825105791.png ORGANIZER;CN="American Translators Association":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260130T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260130T160000 DTSTAMP:20260129T175355Z CREATED:20260115T172709Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T175355Z UID:10003841-1769785200-1769788800@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:Finance and Audit Committee Meeting DESCRIPTION: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.\nLearn more about the Finance and Audit Committee. \nThis is a closed meeting for committee members only. \n\nGet involved\, get connected\, and give back!\nVolunteers are the driving force behind ATA. Your service is invaluable to the success of ATA committees. \nTo volunteer for the committee that best fits your interest and abilities\, please complete this application. \n\n \n \n Volunteer Application\n \n \n Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Your Email Address*\n \n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n Your Phone Number*I am interested in volunteering for the following committee:*Advocacy CommitteeBusiness Practices Education CommitteeCertification CommitteeChapters CommitteeDivisions CommitteeEducation and Pedagogy CommitteeEthics CommitteeFinance and Audit CommitteeGovernance and Communications CommitteeHonors and Awards CommitteeInterpretation Profession Advisory CommitteeMembership Development CommitteeNominating and Leadership Development CommitteeProfessional Development CommitteePublic Relations CommitteeStandards CommitteeStrategy CommitteeOn average\, approximately how many hours a month would you be able to volunteer?*\n \n \n 2 hours\n \n \n \n 4 hours\n \n \n \n 6 hours\n \n \n \n 8 hours\n \n \n \n \n Do you have a special interest in a particular area of translation and interpreting?*What skills will you bring to your volunteer role?*Consent* I am voluntarily providing my personal information to ATA and I consent to having such information transferred to\, processed\, and stored in the United States. I agree to the privacy policy.\n Submit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://www.atanet.org/event/finance-and-audit-committee-meeting/ CATEGORIES:ATA Membership ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.atanet.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/ata-committee-filler-scaled-e1774825105791.png ORGANIZER;CN="American Translators Association":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR