Resources in Communication
1. Take time to consider which languages to select for translations. Consider which community group will most benefit from your resource, and which communities have a low rate of English proficiency. To find out information on new arrivals in the last five years,...
Using existing translated materials may save you time and money, however to use them successfully it is essential that you review and focus test the materials to make sure they are going to have the effect you are hoping for. Step 1: Consult with the original...
The Language Services Guide is designed to support and encourage all agencies, no matter how established or confident they are in their practices, to aim for continuous improvement in their provision of language services. Almost a decade has passed since we released...
This resource is also available in pdf. Download Developing a comprehensive language services response Access other tip sheets in this series The key elements of organisational planning for language services. What are language services? Language services encompass a...
This resource is also available in pdf. Download Planning for translation Access other tip sheets in this series Information for staff in funded agencies who are responsible for working with accredited interpreters. It provides basic information related to...
This resource is also available in pdf. Download Translation-an introduction Access other tip sheets in this series What is translation? Translation means converting written information from one language into another. Conversion is not restricted to written text. For...
This resource is also available in pdf. Download Debriefing with an interpreter Access other tip sheets in this series Debriefing and comments The debriefing is an opportunity for you to give the interpreter feedback on the interpreted discussion and to ask...
You are here: Main Communications Communicating via an interpreter This resource is also available in pdf. Download Communicating via an interpreter Access other tip sheets in this series Before the interpreted discussion For communicating via a...
This resource is also available in pdf. Download Booking and briefing an interpreter Access other tip sheets in this series Getting the best interpreter starts at the booking stage. Consider your needs and those of your client and outline these in your request. The...
You are here: Main Communications Assessing the need for an interpreter This resource is also available in pdf. Download Assessing the need for an interpreter Access other tip sheets in this series Whenever possible, the need for an interpreter should be decided... 