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Welcome to the Association of Sign Language Interpreters
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Professional Sign Language Interpreters and Translators
ASLI, the Association of Sign Language Interpreters and Translators in the United Kingdom was established in 1987, to provide professional discussion on all issues related to sign language interpreting and the provision of interpreting services. From the beginning our aims have been simple: to encourage good practice in sign language interpreting and to support our fellow professionals.
Our members are Interpreters and Translators, who are appropriately qualified and insured
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The aims of the Association
To encourage good practice in sign language interpreting
To represent the interests and views of sign language interpreters and the interpreting profession in the UK.
Call for evidence: Court Interpreting Inquiry More...
It is time to submit nominations for the prestigious FASLI Award (Fellow of the Association of Sign Language Interpreter… More...
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Qualified and Trainee Practitioner Members of ASLI are covered by our comprehensive insurance package, now renewed for 2… More...
Information how to book BSL/English interpreters and translators More...
Benefits of ASLI
Morning - “Meaning Meaning Meaning" Marcel Hirshman asks if interpreters are devolving the task of processing the source message for meaning to Deaf consumers? Are we being lazy? How do we make sure that meaning is rendered accurately … Read more
A group for interpreters who are pregnant or on maternity leave. Come along to talk to others, ask questions and find support. Join us when you can don't worry if you need to arrive late or nip off early and of course babies are welcome. Read more
FREE (Zoom will open at 6:45 for a mini social chinwag!) *The possible articles up for discussion, the key dates, the voting, ability to book and Zoom link will appear soon* This is our monthly reading group where a journal article or book chapter related to the world of inter… Read more
FREE (Zoom will open at 6:45 for a mini social chinwag!) This month's winning paper is... 3. Healthcare interpreting as relational practice: Understanding the interpreter’s role in facilitating rapport in health interactions (Major, 2024) - click here to do… Read more
Join us for an insightful webinar titled “Back to School: Translating for a Younger Deaf Audience”. Why should we modify our register when communicating with younger audiences? How do you determine the needs when translating for deaf children and young peo… Read more
