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Breaking News: Texas Interpreter Meenu Batra Released from ICE Custody
We’re breathing a collective sigh of relief. Meenu Batra, who was being held at a facility after being detained by federal immigration officers in…
Stand with Meenu Batra: A Call to Action for Language Professionals
Leading language organizations respond to the detention of interpreter Meenu Batra and are urging you to take action. Our colleague, Meenu Batra, a dedicated…
Wisconsin Lawmakers Need to Hear from You Again – Take Action Now
Wisconsin needs professional human interpreters, not artificial intelligence. Read our updated letter to lawmakers and take action. This is an update to an earlier…
ATA Letter on Wisconsin SB 357 – Take Action Now
Professional human interpreters belong in Wisconsin courts, not artificial intelligence. Read ATA’s letter to lawmakers and take action. In response to Wisconsin Senate Bill…
Think AI Should Replace Interpreters? Think Again.
In response to recent legislative proposals in Wisconsin, ATA’s Advocacy Committee warns lawmakers, officers of the court, and the general public about the risks…
ATA Statement on Artificial Intelligence
The following statement on artificial intelligence was drafted by ATA’s AI Task Force and approved by ATA’s Board of Directors on May 3, 2025.…
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E112: Executive Order 14224 Explained with Dr. Bill Rivers
This episode thoroughly examines EO 14224 to reveal its effects on language access and how it affects language services providers.
E110: ATA’s New Guides to Buying Translation and Interpreting Services
Learn how these invaluable reference tools can help clients and language services providers alike understand which factors to consider in order to create a successful partnership.
E86: Advocacy Committee Updates
The Advocacy Committee is on your side, and Ben explores what that looks like on the international level.