The ATA Bylaws designate the following standing committees and outlines their purpose: Executive, 财务及审计, 道德, 会员, and Nominating and Leadership Development. Other committees are established as needed by the 董事会.
Committee chairs must be voting members of ATA and are appointed by the ATA president.
Business Practices Education Committee
Provides members with information to handle the business-related aspects of their profession.
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Manages ATA’s examination program that enables translators to demonstrate that they meet professional standards.
Education and Pedagogy Committee
Promotes the development and high standards of non-ATA training and educational programs.
Governance and Communications Committee
Evaluates policies and procedures to ensure they support ATA’s mission.
Honors and Awards Committee
Selects award winners for outstanding achievements of professional and student translators.
Interpretation Profession Advisory Committee
Advises the 董事会 on internal and external initiatives that specifically impact interpreters.
Nominating and Leadership Development Committee
Develops future leaders to create a slate of qualified candidates to stand for election.
Professional Development Committee
Develops quality ATA continuing education programs and opportunities.
Get involved, get connected, and give back!
Volunteers are the driving force behind ATA. Your service is invaluable to the success of ATA committees. Please complete this application to volunteer for the committee that best fits your interest and abilities.
Volunteer Application
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ATA’s mission is to promote the recognition of professional translators and interpreters, to facilitate communication among its members, to establish standards of competence and ethics, to provide its members with professional development opportunities, and to advocate on behalf of the profession.