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How to Advocate for Automatic Speech Recognition in Meetings

Automatic speech recognition (ASR) can make meetings more accessible by converting spoken language into text in real time. When the transcript appears on a…

Creating accessible PDF documents for Deaf and hard-of-hearing readers

A PDF can look polished while still excluding Deaf and hard-of-hearing readers. Small text, unclear headings, missing captions, scanned pages and unexplained…

Video relay and video remote interpreting explained

Video relay and video remote interpreting both place a signed-language interpreter in a live visual connection. The difference lies in the structure and…

Immersive sign language practice with virtual reality

Virtual reality gives Auslan learners an environment for immersive rehearsal without requiring them to travel to every classroom, clinic, courtroom or theatre.…

Artificial intelligence and real-time sign language recognition

The impact of artificial intelligence on real-time sign language recognition is already visible in captioning, customer-service tools, video calls and…

Making Screen Readers Work for Text-First Deaf Users

A screen reader is often described as software that turns digital text into speech or Braille. That description can obscure an important point for Deaf users:…

Avoiding burnout as a full-time sign language interpreter

Working as a full-time Auslan interpreter across Australian cities means navigating a role that demands intense cognitive effort, emotional presence, and…

How to work with a second interpreter in a team interpreting situation

Team interpreting is a coordinated practice in which two interpreters share responsibility for accuracy, language access, professional conduct and the…

The Importance of Neutrality in Interpreted Negotiations

In boardrooms, courtrooms, and community halls from Perth to Brisbane, interpreters working across spoken languages and Auslan play a quiet but pivotal role in…

Ethical Considerations When Interpreting for a Deaf Patient in a Clinic

Interpreting for a Deaf patient in a clinical environment demands more than linguistic skill. It calls for a nuanced understanding of ethical principles,…