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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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Read our cover story 'Starter for five', available free for the benefit of the wider profession More...
A guide for how to set up your profile page and change your settings on the ASLI website More...
Read this on your first visit to the new website More...
Information about joining groups on the new site during the set-up period More...
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.
Information how to book BSL/English interpreters and translators More...
Benefits of ASLI
To swear or not to swear? Considering the translation challenges of profanity between BSL and English - with Yvonne Waddell Online, Sat 20 Sept 2025, 10am – 1pm Tickets: Members - £5, non-members - £25 Delivered in spoken English, BSL Interpreters … Read more
Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming many fields, including interpreting, so let's talk about it. This interactive workshop will explore AI basics, the potential benefits and practical applications of AI tools for interpreters, and address crucial considerations re… Read more
A day of learning, connection & inspiration - for trainee & Newly Qualified NRCPD Registered Interpreters & Translators. CPD Certificates and Resource pack included Delivered by Liz Smith & Hayley Wiseman Liz began her interpreting journey in 2001 as a … Read more
Introduction to Demand Control Schema and Case Analysis - with Dr Robyn Dean Online: x4 Sundays, 2pm – 5pm Date: 5 Oct, 26 Oct, 2 Nov, 30 Nov 2025 (attendance required at all x4 sessions) Tickets: only 20 tickets available. (Tickets now open to non-members) M… Read more
Protecting the Hands That Speak: Data Protection for Sign Language Professionals by Noel Guilford Online, Tue 7 Oct 2025, 7-9pm Delivered in spoken English, BSL Interpreters: Jo Lindley and Dave Wycherley. This event will not be recorded. The UK’s new Data (Use and… Read more
Due to the popularity of June's Interpreting Intersectionality training, this is a repeat of that session. You may be familiar with the term ‘Intersectionality’ but may wonder how it relates to interpreting and translation. We’ll look at what the word means… Read more
