Get ready for an insightful conversation between two of the industry's thought leaders: Holly Silvestri and Eliana Lobo!

What’s on the Agenda?

• Shared Journeys and Parallel Paths: From interpreting in a variety of multilingual environments to establishing successful language access businesses Holly and Eliana have remarkably similar journeys. Both have also played pivotal roles in professional organizations—Holly as a co-founder of AAITE and Eliana as the President of NCIHC—demonstrating their deep commitment to the field.
• Training and Nurturing the Next Generation: Passionate about the future of interpreting, both Holly and Eliana are committed to delivering top-tier education and training to aspiring interpreters, ensuring the highest standards in the industry.
• Trailblazing Thought Leadership: As influential figures in professional circles, Holly and Eliana don’t just participate—they lead. Eliana was part of the founding Spark group, which gave rise to the Safe AI Task Force, Holly now spearheads its publicity, marketing, and outreach efforts, showcasing their dedication to evolving our industry responsibly.

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain insights from two experts who have dedicated their careers to breaking down language barriers and elevating interpretation standards. Whether you're an interpreter, a language enthusiast, or simply curious about the industry, this episode promises to be chock full of valuable perspectives and inspiration!

And just like that—Two seasoned interpreters turned trainers and business owners finally meet to exchange insights on the future of the interpreting profession, the importance of continuing education, and the growing impact of AI on the industry! Join Catalina Natalini and Eliana Lobo as they explore how to navigate AI's inevitable integration into interpreting. They discuss the importance of raising critical questions about emotional intelligence and the current limitations of AI in delivering nuanced communication. Discover where AI might actually enhance the field—allowing interpreters to focus on complex situations like End-of-Life care, Emergency Room scenarios, delivering difficult news, and other instances requiring culturally sensitive communication. Curious to hear more? Tune in and form your own opinion!

Exciting News! Our Latest "Interpreting in Healthcare" Podcast Episode Features the Fabulous Ignatius Bau.

Have you ever wondered how language access impacts healthcare equity? Tune in to our latest episode of the Interpreting in Healthcare podcast, where we sit down with Ignatius Bau, an expert in both health equity and immigration policy.

With years of experience as a civil rights attorney, policy director, and program officer at The California Endowment, Ignatius shares his journey working with advocacy groups, healthcare providers, and national organizations to break down barriers in healthcare. Hear how he’s helped to expand language access and improve care for diverse communities through his work with organizations like the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the Institute of Medicine, and more.

Discover the vital role that language access plays in ensuring equitable healthcare for all, and gain insight from a true leader in the field!

Listen now at ncihc.org or catch the episode on YouTube. Don't miss this eye-opening conversation with one of the key voices in health equity!