News That Matters to You
Through ATA's advocacy efforts, you will benefit from the success we achieve together. Being an ATA member supports these efforts.
T&I Stakeholders Talk Interconnections
Interconnections are key to shaping legislation and policy, facilitating technology and its integration, and crafting education and training in ways that benefit the translation and interpreting industry as well as the greater language enterprise.
Read More
ATA Comments on Oregon’s HB 2359
ATA has written the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) to urge the agency to address access for individuals speaking languages of lesser diffusion as it…
Read More
ATA Statement Supporting Interpreters and Translators Impacted by Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine
ATA unequivocally condemns the Russian Federation’s military invasion of and assault on Ukraine. We want to express our solidarity with and support for our…
Read More
Advocacy in Pennsylvania: Court Interpreters Win Fair Compensation
Earlier this year, when the Administrative Offices of the Pennsylvania Courts announced plans to reduce pay for remote interpreting by 50%, ATA joined the…
Read More
ATA Calls for Fair Working Conditions for Translators in the Entertainment Industry
The American Translators Association (ATA) has shared an open letter in response to recent statements in the press and on social media about a…
Read More
What Do You Love Most About Being a Translator or Interpreter?
International Translation Day is Thursday, September 30, but why not celebrate the whole week? ATA has planned daily interactive posts for you to engage…
Read MoreOutreach
The importance of professional translation and interpreting is often not understood by the general public. ATA continuously promotes you and your services through targeted outreach.
Public Outreach
ATA's public outreach campaign provides content for professional and trade publications to spread insight to a wide range of readers.
School Outreach
ATA's School Outreach Program prepares the next generation of language professionals and the next generation of clients.
Client Outreach
ATA’s Client Outreach Kit is a tool that helps you connect with potential clients and educate them about language services.
Listen to Podcasts about Advocacy and Outreach
Get a behind-the-scenes look at ATA’s programs, events, and plans. Learn more about the dedicated volunteers that make it all happen.
E86: Advocacy Committee Updates
The Advocacy Committee is on your side, and Ben explores what that looks like on the international level.
Listen Now
E58: ATA Advocacy
In episode 58 of The ATA Podcast, Advocacy Committee Chair Lorena Ortiz Schneider talks with Host Matt Baird about ATA’s efforts to educate the public about translators and interpreters, and how you can help make a difference.
Listen Now