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Megha Pandya

INTERPRETING

The Impact of ASL Interpreting on the Workforce 

The workplace is one space that is constantly evolving. It is constantly going through changes and improvements to keep up with the current times and trends, and to make employees’ experience better. One such addition to modern workplaces is the…

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The Impact of ASL Interpreting on the Healthcare Industry

Medical interpreting can reduce blunders, increase patient trust, and save lives. By bridging the communication gap between Deaf patients and healthcare professionals, ASL interpreters simplify the process of getting medical care for deaf and hard-of-hearing people. They play a critical…

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The Role of ASL Interpreters in The Legal System

ASL Interpreting adds value to the lives of the Deaf community by making communication accessible. This makes the involvement of ASL interpreters extremely important in many situations. One such area where professional interpreting is needed is in the legal system. …

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The Cultural Competency of ASL Interpreters

How can interpreters become better at their job by acquiring cultural competence? Owing to the usage of American Sign Language interpreters in highly publicized events like concerts and political rallies, along with the power of social media, ASL has garnered…

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No ASL Interpreters? What a Disaster! 

The need for ASL interpreters in disaster response and emergency situations ASL interpreters help deaf and hard-of-hearing people by translating spoken words to sign language and vice versa. By doing so, they bridge a glaring gap in communication that the…