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Assembly Bill 5: What Now?
California’s Assembly Bill 5 (AB 5) has been in effect for a little more than 30 days, but already freelance translators and interpreters are struggling to stay in business. Get involved in standing up for our profession! Start with this how-to advocacy handout, a step-by-step action plan showing you how to present your case to your state lawmakers. The document includes how to find your representatives and sample talking points to use in letters or conversations with legislators.
ATA61: Call for Presentation Proposals
ATA is now accepting presentation proposals for the 61st Annual Conference in Boston, Massachusetts, October 21-24, 2020. The submission deadline is March 2, so don’t miss this opportunity to share your knowledge with other colleagues!
Background Report on the FTC Investigation of ATA
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) investigation of ATA regarding antitrust violations took place more than 25 years ago. The purpose of this report is to provide background information on the actual events and findings based on documentary evidence.
Bonus Features
The ATA Mentoring Program—It’s Not Just for Newcomers
You might assume that mentoring is for newcomers. You’d be wrong, especially when it comes to ATA’s Mentoring Program.
Upcoming ATA Webinars!
ATA webinars provide affordable and effective online education throughout the year. The one-hour presentations are designed to help translators and interpreters strengthen skills and expertise with experienced-based information and techniques. ATA members receive a 30% discount on registration!
ATA PR Writers Group Series – Hiring an Interpreter: 9 Dos and Don’ts
The latest article from ATA’s PR Writers Group scored a top publication placement earlier this month: “Hiring an Interpreter: 9 Dos and Don’ts to Get the Most Out of Your Partnership” was published in Recruiter Today.
