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Quick updates from the Board, Committees, & Advocacy
October 2026
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As the air turns crisp in our backyards and we welcome the final two months of the year, we take a moment to reflect on the people, cultures, and shared experiences that strengthen our community. With Hispanic Heritage Month having recently come to a close, NAJIT recognizes and celebrates the many individuals within our profession who identify as Hispanic, Latino, Latina, or Latinx, whose cultures, languages, and contributions enrich our field well beyond a single month of recognition.
As we carry this spirit of community and appreciation forward, we turn our attention to the ongoing work of NAJIT's leadership and efforts to represent our association, exchange ideas, and foster professional connections.
| NAJIT Leadership at the ATA Conference | |
The entire NAJIT Board of Directors, along with Executive Director Kay Gonzalez, attended the American Translators Association's 67th Annual Conference (ATA67). The Board took this opportunity to hold its monthly meeting in person during the conference.
NAJIT leadership participated in several conference events, contributing to conversations on professional ethics, leadership, and the future of our field.
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Future of Ethics Panel: NAJIT Chair Eliane Sfeir-Markus facilitated the panel, with Dr. Janis Palma, NAJIT Director-at-Large, participating as a panelist.
National Leadership Summit: NAJIT Chair Eliane Sfeir-Markus joined fellow association leaders as a panelist.
Presentation: Chair Eliane Sfeir-Markus also delivered a presentation titled “Time for Introspection: Our Why and Our How.”
Sponsorship Outreach: NAJIT Secretary P. Diane Schneider and Vice Chair Mayra Cardona engaged in promising sponsorship outreach during ATA67, building connections and exploring opportunities to support NAJIT's 48th Annual Conference in Salt Lake City, Utah.
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NAJIT Advancing Language Access in Brazil: The Launch of Interprêt
| NAJIT Treasurer Jaqueline Nordin represented the association at the October 27 launch of Interprêt in São Paulo, Brazil, an initiative developed through a collaboration between Mackenzie Presbyterian University and Brazil's Federal Court of the 3rd Region. | |
The platform is designed to help courts identify qualified interpreters by specific language pairs, verify professional qualifications, and connect interpreters with judicial proceedings. Supporting 407 languages, including Indigenous languages, Interprêt represents an important development in efforts to strengthen language access and due process within Brazil's judicial system.
For Jaqueline, this initiative also reflects years of dedication to court interpreter education. Since 2011, she has worked alongside Judge Paulo Marcos Rodrigues de Almeida on efforts to train judges in working effectively with interpreters and support the development of qualified court interpreting professionals.
NAJIT looks forward to recognizing this milestone and the continued collaboration advancing court interpreting and access to justice internationally.
Explore the Interprêt Initiative
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The countdown to Salt Lake City continues! | |
We're another month closer to NAJIT's 48th Annual Conference! From May 14–16, 2027, we'll gather at the Little America Hotel in Salt Lake City, Utah, for three days of professional development, collaboration, and connection with our colleagues from across the field.
There's plenty to look forward to, and we'll continue sharing updates as conference plans take shape.
For now, keep those dates marked on your calendar. Salt Lake City, here we come!
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Proteus: Submissions Are Now Closed
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Submissions for the December issue of Proteus are officially closed as we move into the editorial and production process. We look forward to sharing this issue with our members and welcoming new submissions in the new year.
We extend our sincere thanks to everyone who took the time to submit an article. Your willingness to share your knowledge, experiences, and perspectives contributes to the continued growth of our field and strengthens the professional dialogue within our community.
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NAJIT’s committees support advocacy, publications, conference planning, resources, and member engagement year-round.
Committee Chairs Town Hall: Continuing the Conversation
Last month, we introduced NAJIT's Committee Chairs Town Hall, where committee leadership and the Board came together to discuss collaboration and the association's future.
This month, we take a closer look at the key takeaways shared by NAJIT Chair Eliane Sfeir-Markus, including plans to strengthen communication, recognize volunteers, support professional development, and cultivate future leaders.
Read the full article to learn how these conversations are helping shape NAJIT's future.
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