Welcome to The ASL Resource Blog. This is your hub for practical insights and news from the world of communication access.
The articles you’ll find here are created by the staff and friends of Partners Interpreting. We are an agency founded and run by certified interpreters from the Deaf community. We provide a unique perspective grounded in real-world experience. Whether we’re discussing career paths, new technology, or our own programs, our goal is to create a valuable resource for the entire interpreting and Deaf community.
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Disability isn’t always visible, and true accessibility isn’t always a ramp. A recent experience at a theme park revealed how a simple policy, not a tool, can be the most profound form of acknowledgment for the unseen effort of navigating the world.
After organizing hundreds of CART projects nationwide, I’ve answered every question about Communication Access Realtime Translation. This guide reveals what event planners really need to know about professional live captioning versus automated alternatives.
From groundbreaking media representation to devastating education cuts, this week’s Deaf community news reveals the ongoing struggle between cultural progress and infrastructure threats. As the ADA turns 35, discover why advocacy remains crucial for maintaining hard-won accessibility rights in an ever-changing landscape.
You have the interpreting degree, but do you have the confidence? Many graduates feel unprepared for the real world application. This explores why that readiness gap exists and provides a practical plan to build professional skills through structured mentorship and hands-on experience.
A viral post about “sticker shock” for interpreter costs sparked a vital conversation. We’re breaking down the hidden work behind a sign language translation quote and why real inclusion requires planning for ASL access, not just hoping for leftover budget.
ASL news roundup. From a lawsuit demanding ASL at the White House to a fierce debate over AI’s role in sign language, the Deaf community is fighting for authentic representation and holding institutions accountable.
A Manitoba minister’s complaint about an ASL interpreter backfired spectacularly this week, sparking sweeping policy reforms and kicking off seven days of remarkable breakthroughs across the Deaf community.
The FCC’s latest order sets a $1.48 billion budget for relay services. But the real story is in the details, revealing critical signals for Video Relay Service (VRS) and the American Sign Language community that depends on it.
2025 is bringing groundbreaking ASL technologies to life, from AI translation and live captioning to wearable fingerspelling tools. This mid-year review explores what is really working and what still needs a human touch to ensure true communication access.
Organizations face fines up to $350,000 for failing to provide qualified ASL interpreters. Yet ADA compliance isn’t just about avoiding penalties. It’s about ensuring equitable access. Discover how professional interpreting services protect your organization while fostering genuine inclusion for the Deaf community.