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EOIs now open for the Interpreter Employment Success Program
2M Language Services partnered with the Ethnic Communities Council of Queensland (ECCQ) to deliver the Interpreter Employment Success Program, funded by the Department of Employment, Small Business and Training.? ?
The program delivered free of cost to?bilingual speakers, current interpreters, and interpreter service users based in Queensland, with the aim of addressing the increasing demand for NAATI certified interpreters.
What does the program involve???
The IESP offers a self-paced, hybrid learning model that combines online and in-person learning. Participants will have exclusive opportunities to connect with key organisations and stakeholders within the state, discover upcoming employment opportunities, and develop self-care and wellbeing strategies. ?
Who can apply??
The IESP is open to bilingual speakers, interpreters and interpreter service users who:?
Do not miss out on this unique opportunity.?
2M attends and presents at the 37th AUSIT National Conference
Last week, our team attended the 37th AUSIT National Conference at RMIT University in Melbourne. ?
The conference provided an excellent platform for us to engage with the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities within the interpreting and translation industry. ?
Our CEO Tea Dietterich and Head of Interpreting Despina Amanatidou presented at the event, discussing?key issues shaping the future of the profession.?
Tea’s presentation focused on AI applications in translation, drawing on our collaboration with Emergency Management Victoria, which involved creating an AI translator trained by NAATI certified linguists and community that?triggers instant emergency alerts and warnings in language?on the VicEmergency Plus app.?
Despina presented alongside Magdalena Rowan, Former Senior Lecturer in Interpreting and Translation at TAFE SA,?on the Interpreter Training Boost Program. They shared how the ITB Program was developed in partnership between industry, education, community, and government, how the program addressed the unique challenges of rare and emerging language speakers when it comes to seeking training opportunities, and recommendations for creating effective?interpreter programs.
Interpreter Training Boost Program concludes
In 2021, 2M was selected with TAFE SA to jointly deliver the Interpreter Training Boost (ITB) Program. The final round of the program just recently concluded, marking the end of the program. ?
The ITB Program was designed to address growing demand across Queensland for more interpreters in rare and emerging languages and provide bilingual speakers with opportunities to move into a new career.?
This involved providing interpreters with the skills, knowledge, and confidence needed to navigate the evolving demands of the profession. Through targeted training, mentorship, and hands-on experience, we’ve seen participants grow into more competent, adaptable, and qualified professionals, ready to meet the challenges of today’s diverse linguistic landscape.?
We are proud to report that over 120 aspiring interpreters have completed the ITB Program. Many of them have completed or are awaiting NAATI testing. Throughout the program, we’ve witnessed not only an improvement in participants’ interpreting abilities but also their deepened understanding of cultural contexts, ethics, and the importance of language access in fostering inclusive communities.?
It has been a privilege to collaborate with TAFE SA to deliver this program and we look forward to supporting the continued development of the participants. ?
Calling all interpreters: Take part in NAATI's quick survey!
Are you a NAATI-certified practitioner? Your voice is crucial in shaping the future of the recertification process.??
Participate in a quick anonymous survey for the chance to win?your next recertification fee (worth $220).??
For more information on the survey, click here.? ?
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