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ITI North East Network @itinortheast.bsky.social · 26/05/2025

Local expert JC Penet is offering a series of workshops on peer support through the national @iti-uk.bsky.social. 12 June, 11 July, 18 Sept, 9 Oct, 6 Nov 2025, 12-1:30pm. Coaching-style conversations for workplace wellbeing and productivity. Details here www.iti.org.uk/training/eve... #ITICommunity

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Institute of Translation and Interpreting @iti-uk.bsky.social · 23/05/2025

BBC News Polska will "harness existing translation and transcription tools to bring the best of the BBC’s journalism to new audiences. The translation of BBC reporting will always have human editorial oversight and, where used, will be clearly labelled.” Thoughts? #translation

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BBC World Service to launch new offer in Polish

BBC News Polska will deliver independent and impartial news in text and video for Polish-speaking audiences

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ITI Interpreters' Development Network (old account) @iti-idn.bsky.social · 22/05/2025

Next Thursday, a week today, is not only Ascension Day (and Father's Day in some countries), but also the day our event 'Cash Is King - cashflow and cash forecasting for sole traders and limited companies' is taking place. See you there. #CashFlow #Cash #1nt www.ticketsource.co.uk/iti-interpre...

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Jen Bird @jenpenbird.bsky.social · 22/05/2025

Highly recommended free CPD. For interpreters and translators with an eye on the future... platforms have the power to shape working conditions with unethical practices damaging to interpreting profession and #Deaf access. Careful who you work with! @iti-uk.bsky.social www.iti.org.uk/training/eve...

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ITI Coffee House: The platform economy in translation and interpreting

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Institute of Translation and Interpreting @iti-uk.bsky.social · 20/05/2025

Freelancing doesn't have to mean feeling you're on your own. Not when you've got an amazing community to connect with like the ITI Scottish Network! #ITICommunity

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Institute of Translation and Interpreting @iti-uk.bsky.social · 19/05/2025

Encouraging to see publications like Computerworld highlighting the limitations of ChatGPT when it comes to translation. They explore several instances where ChatGPT produced translations that were not only inaccurate but also misleading, prioritising user satisfaction over accuracy!

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ChatGPT gave wildly inaccurate translations — to try and make users happy

Three recent incidents are reminders that generative AI tools remain troublesome and unreliable. IT buyer beware.

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Institute of Translation and Interpreting @iti-uk.bsky.social · 12/05/2025

This #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek we're celebrating the power of community 💙. The #ITICommunity supports freelancers who often work alone and reminding us that community can make all the difference. Why not check in with a friend or colleague today? Together, we're stronger 🤝 #MentalHealth

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Institute of Translation and Interpreting @iti-uk.bsky.social · 12/05/2025

🔊 Calling all ITI members. As a membership organisation our purpose is to represent and support you, our members. We want to hear your experiences and understand the issues that you are facing Join Sara Robertson and make sure we know what matters to you. 📅 15 May 2025 |🕖 13:00 BST Register 👇

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Chat with the Chief Executive - May

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Institute of Translation and Interpreting @iti-uk.bsky.social · 09/05/2025

Happy Europe Day! It marks the anniversary of the Schuman declaration, celebrating peace and unity in Europe. #Translators and #interpreters make a vital contribution to peace and unity by breaking down language barriers and enabling clear communication.

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Writing West Midlands @writingwestmids.bsky.social · 08/05/2025

Calling all teachers and budding young translators! #SSTPoetryPrize2025 is open for entries! Translate into English any poem from any language, or a Portuguese poem from their Spotlight booklet. buff.ly/1juTwja

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Institute of Translation and Interpreting @iti-uk.bsky.social · 08/05/2025

The Creators for Europe United initiative calls on the EU to take steps to protect human creativity in the age of AI. Their open letter urges EU policymakers to ensure transparency in AI training data, fair remuneration for creators, and strict enforcement of copyright laws. Read and sign:

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Institute of Translation and Interpreting @iti-uk.bsky.social · 23/04/2025

Today is both #EnglishLanguageDay and #SpanishLanguageDay at the United Nations. They may be two of the most widely spoken languages in the world, but translators and interpreters are still essential in enabling communication and breaking down barriers. We celebrate you all. 👏👏

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Institute of Translation and Interpreting @iti-uk.bsky.social · 15/04/2025

Feeling stressed or even unsure about your future? You don’t have to face the uncertainty alone. In his insightful article, @JC Penet explores how coaching-style conversations can help translators and interpreters manage overwhelm, navigate change and face the future together.

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Good talk!

JC Penet explores how coaching-style conversations can help translators and interpreters improve their wellbeing.

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ITI Interpreters' Development Network (old account) @iti-idn.bsky.social · 14/04/2025

Here are the full details for our next event: Cash is King - cashflow and cash forecasting for sole traders and limited companies with Martin Mellor Thursday 29 May 2025 5-7pm BST Tickets available at: www.ticketsource.co.uk/iti-interpre...

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Institute of Translation and Interpreting @iti-uk.bsky.social · 25/03/2025

We welcome the publication of the Public Services Committee report and are pleased to see our concerns about pay and working conditions for public service interpreters have been acknowledged - issues we have long been advocating for. We hope the govt will respond positively to the recommendations.

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Lost in translation? Significant issues must be addressed for effective interpreting services in courts - Committees - UK Parliament

The House of Lords Public Services Committee publishes its report ‘Lost in translation? Interpreting services in the courts’.

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Kate Sotejeff-Wilson @katesw.bsky.social · 24/03/2025

The @iti-uk.bsky.social German Network #bookclub is now on EventBrite. If you #translate between #english and #german you're not a member of GerNet yet, come and try a meeting, we'd love to see you! Here's our May read, Billie: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/iti-german...

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ITI German Network Book Club: Stefan Cordes, Billie

Join translators working between English and German for a Friday lunchtime chat on Zoom at 12:30 London time to discuss this month's read

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Institute of Translation and Interpreting @iti-uk.bsky.social · 24/03/2025

A very happy Monday to all the translators and interpreters who will be accomplishing the impossible this week! #ITICommunity #translatorslife #mondaymotivation

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Jan Rausch 🦁🐝 @interrausch.bsky.social · 24/03/2025

The UN is recruiting an interpreter for the English booth in Geneva. careers.un.org/jobSearchDes... #1nt

Institute of Translation and Interpreting @iti-uk.bsky.social · 18/03/2025

Translated by Bristol is a new festival celebrating translators and translated literature, taking place in Bristol from May 12th – May 25th. Events include conversations with translators and between authors and their translators, as well as translation workshops. #translation #literarytranslation

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2025 programme

Translated By, Bristol is a new festival celebrating translators and translated literature, taking place in Bristol from May 12th – May 25th 2025, founded by author/translator Polly Barton in…

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Institute of Translation and Interpreting @iti-uk.bsky.social · 12/03/2025

🌍 Many ITI members are concerned about the significant environmental costs arising from the training and use of AI. Our thanks to Dr Matt Riemland for writing this excellent article for us, sharing his expertise and helping to inform ITI members about this aspect of the AI debate. #AIImpact

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The environmental costs of AI

Exploring the environmental impacts of AI in language services and the steps we can take as a profession to address them.

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Institute of Translation and Interpreting @iti-uk.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

Translators and interpreters know a thing or two about choosing the right word! It’s not just about accuracy but also conveying the right tone, emotion and context and translators and interpreters are masters at it. #xl8 #1nt #languagematters #ITICommunity

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Institute of Translation and Interpreting @iti-uk.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

ITI and @ciol-linguists.bsky.social have joined forces to submit a joint response to the UK Government's consultation on Copyright and AI. We call on the government to prioritise the language-sector specific needs we identify when developing the new regulations and guidance. #AI #xl8 #copyright

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ITI and CIOL submit a joint response to the UK Government's consultation on Copyright and Artificial Intelligence

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Institute of Translation and Interpreting @iti-uk.bsky.social · 21/02/2025

Happy #InternationalMotherLanguageDay. According to UNESCO around 7000 languages are still in use in the world but of those only 65 are safe. So, let’s take a moment to applaud those working to protect linguistic diversity & keep endangered languages alive.

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ITI Interpreters' Development Network (old account) @iti-idn.bsky.social · 18/02/2025

Our 19 March online event on speech-to-text interpreting and live subtitling now also features in the @iti-uk.bsky.social events calendar: www.iti.org.uk/training/eve... #1nt 1/3

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Interpreters' Development Network: Speech-to-text interpreting

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ITI Interpreters' Development Network (old account) @iti-idn.bsky.social · 17/02/2025

Sports interpreting Q&A by the @iti-uk.bsky.social's Sports Network at 10am GMT today. "A chance to put your questions about sports interpreting to the Sports Network's panel." Expert panelists: Lara Fasoli and Sabrina Toscani It's free! #1nt us06web.zoom.us/j/8419680819...

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Join our Cloud HD Video Meeting

Zoom is the leader in modern enterprise video communications, with an easy, reliable cloud platform for video and audio conferencing, chat, and webinars across mobile, desktop, and room systems. Zoom ...

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Dr Danielle D’Hayer @danielledhayer.bsky.social · 13/02/2025

If you could not attend #InterpretingEurope, you can still watch the recording: commission.europa.eu/get-involved....

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Interpreting Europe Conference

Interpreting Europe Conference 2025

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ITI Interpreters' Development Network (old account) @iti-idn.bsky.social · 14/02/2025

Happy Valentine's day! Don't you just 💖 it when great CPD events are announced? An Introduction to Speech-to-Text Interpreting (STTI) and Live Subtitling - 19 March 5:00PM GMT Featuring a panel of seven experienced practitioners and academics #1nt #xl8 www.ticketsource.co.uk/iti-interpre...

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"An Introduction to Speech-to-Text Interpreting (STTI) and Live Subtitling" at Online

Tickets are now available for An Introduction to Speech-to-Text Interpreting (STTI) and Live Subtitling at Online, Online on Wednesday 19th March 2025 at 5:00PM. Click the link for further information and to secure your tickets now!

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Institute of Translation and Interpreting @iti-uk.bsky.social · 14/02/2025

#Translators and #interpreters play a vital role in breaking down barriers and building bridges between communities. We are proud to represent you. #xl8 #translate #interpreting

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Jan Rausch 🦁🐝 @interrausch.bsky.social · 11/02/2025

The 2025 #Interpretbank discount code for @iti-uk.bsky.social members is now available in the members' section of the website. 20% off if you're looking to buy, upgrade or extend... #1nt #CAI

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Institute of Translation and Interpreting @iti-uk.bsky.social · 06/02/2025

Today is #TimetoTalkDay – a chance for us all to be more open about our mental health and talk about how we really feel. Many #translators and #interpreters work alone so simply letting a colleague or friend know you are there for them can make all the difference.

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Institute of Translation and Interpreting @iti-uk.bsky.social · 03/02/2025

Language courses in danger It is ITI's belief that without a pipeline of language graduates there will be a shortage of skilled secondary school language teachers, resulting in a decline in the UK’s language capacity, thereby harming our intellectual and cultural future. via MSN: bit.ly/4hkyKrA

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Institute of Translation and Interpreting @iti-uk.bsky.social · 31/01/2025

The irony! OpenAI has had little regard for protecting copyright and intellectual property up to now.

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Institute of Translation and Interpreting @iti-uk.bsky.social · 28/01/2025

Discover how ITI and the Centre for Translation Studies at the University of Surrey are collaborating to help translators develop fresh perspectives on AI. Our course, Translation and AI, offers an impartial, research-based perspective on AI's impact on translation. 📅 Next course starts 7 Feb

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Translation and AI

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Institute of Translation and Interpreting @iti-uk.bsky.social · 21/01/2025

"At the intersection of Interpreting and Technology I don’t anticipate any dramatic upheavals, apocalyptic scenarios, or seismic disruptions in the space. Change, after all, is a gradual process. Evolution unfolds over time; it doesn’t happen overnight." claudiofantinuoli.org/blog/2025/01... #1nt

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Trends for 2025 in Technology and Interpreting – Dr. Claudio Fantinuoli

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Institute of Translation and Interpreting @iti-uk.bsky.social · 20/01/2025

It takes more than having two hands to be a good pianist. It takes more than knowing two languages to be a good translator. Cultural knowledge, excellent writing and subject expertise are just some of the skills that set a translator apart. #xl8 #translation #slowtranslation #ITICommunity

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Mercedes Pacheco @mprmed.bsky.social · 10/01/2025

Are you an ITI MedNet member? Or curious about the benefits of joining our network? Don’t miss this online lesson—free for members and just £5 for non-members! #medxl8 #t9n #xl8 #1nt www.universe.com/events/uncov...

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Uncovering MedNet's Hidden Treasures

Uncovering MedNet's Hidden Treasures by ITI Medical & Pharmaceutical Network - Monday, January 27, 2025 12:00 PM. Buy tickets and find information on Universe.

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Jan Rausch 🦁🐝 @interrausch.bsky.social · 13/01/2025

Reminder: there's an #interpreting starter pack on Bluesky: go.bsky.app/J2jZuhS Would like to be added or to suggest an account to be added? Send me a message. Disclaimer: I did not select the profile images shown below and have no idea why it's only men. Not representative at all. #1nt

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Juliet E McKenna @julietemckenna.bsky.social · 13/01/2025

If you have not yet responded to this consultation, you gave until 25th February. This is long and in many cases unclear but don't let that put you off. You can always answer n/a to complex, obscure questions. Make your voice heard. www.gov.uk/government/c...

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This consultation seeks views on how the government can ensure the UK’s legal framework for AI and copyright supports the UK creative industries and AI sector together.

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Institute of Translation and Interpreting @iti-uk.bsky.social · 13/01/2025

Working as a freelance translator or interpreter can be very rewarding but it comes with some unique challenges that can affect your emotional wellbeing. Try incorporating some of the ideas in our article to help protect your emotional health in 2025? #EmotionalWellbeing #FreelanceLife

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10 tips for emotional wellbeing as a translator or interpreter

Practical strategies to help you look after your emotional health and face the unique challenges of freelance life.

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Monika Kokoszycka @monikakokoszycka.bsky.social · 11/01/2025

Do you know Skilliga? skilliga.com is a free directory and calendar (skilliga.com/calendar) of training and CPD events and courses for translators and interpreters. Run by volunteers. Plus blog.skilliga.com with tips from trainers and 🇮🇹 🇬🇧 🇵🇱 🇫🇷 🇩🇪 🇪🇸 🇹🇷 buzzword reports. (New contributors welcome! 🤗)

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