World Health Day 2024 and the Importance of Medical Translation
Public health has come to the forefront of policy discussions in the aftermath of the Covid-19 pandemic. However, future disease outbreaks are the tip of the iceberg when it comes to global health. Even the air we breathe has an impact on the quality of our health and thus, on our quality of life. According…
3 Basic Human Rights and the Importance of Translation Services
Watching the news, scrolling through social media, and listening to people talk about all the devastating thing happening around the globe may cause some to lose faith, or even hope. Luckily, there are still people who fight for a future that promises peace, equality and freedom for all by making sure everyone has access to…
The UN And The Importance of International Development Translation
UN’s “quirkiest“ language contest finally returned to Vienna after a three year hiatus. Known by many language enthusiasts, this competition was first introduced in 2005 to commemorate International Translation Day, a day to celebrate St. Jerome, the patron saint of translators who translated the Bible into Latin from Greek manuscripts. In this year’s contest, participants…
Armistice Day and Its Meaning Around the World
Last week, on November 11th, it was Armistice Day. Armistice Day coincides with Veterans Day in the United States and Remembrance Day in Commonwealth countries. The significance of the holiday is commonly attributed to honoring those who serve, served, and lost their lives serving in the military. But what’s the history of Armistice Day? …
5 Linguistic Divides in Separatist Movements of Today
Separatist movements around the world represent nations’ pursuit of self-rule, secession, and independence. In that process, their goal is to separate themselves politically from larger nations that have control over them. The reasons vary, but can all be traced back to feelings of subjugation. A condition that aggravates relationships between linked nations is a discrepancy…
How the UN Is Structured and the Effect on Language Interpreters
For language interpreters and translators, working at the United Nations is a dream job. The responsibility of providing a linguistic bridge between the leaders of the world, as they contemplate issues that affect the fate of humankind, is regarded as the height of prestige in the business of language services. That said, the UN isn’t…
6 Ways International Development and Language Services Work Together
International development. It’s all about developed countries aiding underdeveloped countries in their journeys to become developed countries themselves. And language services are an indispensable piece in the process. In a developed society: > Violence is under control > There is a reasonable degree of infrastructure > There is universal access to clean water, > Uncontaminated…
3 Reasons Why International Translation Services Can Benefit Your Company
In modern society, the internet is being rapidly integrated into more and more areas of our lives. Not only have these developments revolutionized our day to day lives, but they have also changed the way companies can do business. The internet gives companies the ability to fully operate anywhere in the world from one central…
3 Nonprofits Doing Major Work in Global Translation Services and Beyond
In order to clearly understand materials being presented to you, or communicate effectively with others, work must be done to eliminate limiting language barriers. Being able to access healthcare in an area that does not speak your first language, or find reliable and understandable educational or financial information in your preferred language is key to…
3 Crucial Ways Contract Translation Aids IDEV Award Applications
In the international development (IDEV) field, there are a range of agencies that provide financial awards to support the important work that international development organizations carry out. However, with the large number of applications, it can be difficult to navigate the application and contract process alone. Employing professional contract translation can help you have the…