Why volunteer with Latin America Solidarity Translations?
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USE YOUR SKILLS
Use your language skills to support causes you are passionate about
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MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Make a difference in the world by breaking down language barriers
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GAIN EXPERIENCE
Gain real-life experience when you are starting out in your career
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MAKE CONNECTIONS
Connect with other language activists around the world
Who are we?
We are a community of volunteers who are passionate about languages and human rights.
Latin America Solidarity Translations offers language support to individuals, community groups and non-profit organizations who are working in Latin America to secure human rights and promote social justice.
We understand the importance of multilingual communication in today’s globalized world and we believe that, by working together with human rights defenders to break down language barriers, we can achieve greater impact and can help to create a more just and equitable world.
Why do HRDs need language support?
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GAIN MORE SUPPORT
Translation facilitates reaching a wider audience and improves fundraising efforts
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EMPOWERMENT
Translation is a tool of empowerment as it allows people to be heard and ensures access to important information
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ADVOCACY
Translation amplifies advocacy efforts resulting in greater impact
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REPUTATION
Poor quality translations can result in loss of trust, funding and support
News
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The essential role NGO language training: culture & communication
Original Source : https://www.icls.edu/blog/the-essential-role-ngo-language-learning-culture-communication Featured, Foreign Language Programs, Corporate Language Training March 6, 2024 Key points: Language Training Necessity: Essential for NGOs to foster understanding, trust, and effectiveness. Connection and Respect: Local language...
The essential role NGO language training: culture & communication
Original Source : https://www.icls.edu/blog/the-essential-role-ngo-language-learning-culture-communication Featured, Foreign Language Programs, Corporate Language Training March 6, 2024 Key points: Language Training Necessity: Essential for NGOs to foster understanding, trust, and effectiveness. Connection and Respect: Local language...
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Basic human rights and the importance of translation services
Original Source : https://medium.com/@seometausa/basic-human-rights-and-the-importance-of-translation-services-1b2dd45ee8f5 Human rights are fundamental privileges inherent to all individuals, regardless of nationality, ethnicity, religion, or any other status. These rights encompass essential freedoms and entitlements that every...
Basic human rights and the importance of translation services
Original Source : https://medium.com/@seometausa/basic-human-rights-and-the-importance-of-translation-services-1b2dd45ee8f5 Human rights are fundamental privileges inherent to all individuals, regardless of nationality, ethnicity, religion, or any other status. These rights encompass essential freedoms and entitlements that every...
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Lost in translation: the violence of language in the aftermath of the Turkey-Syria earthquake
Original Source : https://www.rudaw.net/english/world/20022024 ERBIL, Kurdistan Region - While the numbers of deaths and injuries caused by the devastating tremor that struck Turkey and Syria last February paint a clear picture...
Lost in translation: the violence of language in the aftermath of the Turkey-Syria earthquake
Original Source : https://www.rudaw.net/english/world/20022024 ERBIL, Kurdistan Region - While the numbers of deaths and injuries caused by the devastating tremor that struck Turkey and Syria last February paint a clear picture...
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Addressing translation challenges of NGOs: the potential role of translation technology
Original Source : https://www.gala-global.org/knowledge-center/professional-development/articles/addressing-translation-challenges-ngos-potential Society undergoes a continual evolution over time, shaped by various influential factors such as globalization, technological advancements, and changing migratory patterns in recent decades. This has underscored...
Addressing translation challenges of NGOs: the potential role of translation technology
Original Source : https://www.gala-global.org/knowledge-center/professional-development/articles/addressing-translation-challenges-ngos-potential Society undergoes a continual evolution over time, shaped by various influential factors such as globalization, technological advancements, and changing migratory patterns in recent decades. This has underscored...
