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IS TOKENISM A MASK FOR DIVERSITY IN THE FIELD OF INTERPRETING?
Is there really a difference between the two terms? Or is it just a matter of perspective? According to Merriam-Webster Dictionary, tokenism is “the practice of doing something (such as hiring a person who belongs to a minority group) only to prevent criticism”. CLICK HERE!
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CERTIFIED VS QUALIFIED - WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE?
Qualified vs Certified, is a common interrogatory among clients and consumers. Certification is a benchmark to inform those that would hire Sign Language Interpreters, that they have met the minimum requirement necessary to effectively communicate in both ASL and English. CLICK HERE!
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WHAT HAPPENS IF THE MEETING RUNS OVER TIME? CAN THE INTERPRETER(S) STAY?
In order for meetings and events to run successfully and equitably, budgeting correctly for time is a must. Often with the desire to cut cost we disproportionately allot for sufficient time, often forcing service… CLICK HERE!
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WHY IS THERE A TWO HOUR MINIMUM FEE?
The established two hour minimum is a standard business practice in billing for Sign Language Interpreters. More often we refer to it less as a minimum, and more as a fee for service, since it encompasses more than just the time spent interpreting. In order to be available for any .CLICK HERE!