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Making a Difference, One Connection at a Time: Mebrat’s Story
ITL (North East) Limited emphasizes the importance of “social value” in building community connections through shared experiences and volunteer efforts. Highlighting Mebrat’s contributions, the organization focuses on expanding programs, empowering volunteers, and fostering local partnerships. They invite others to join their mission by volunteering, spreading awareness, or collaborating on community projects.
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Multi language Translators code of ethics
Grace Tia Bon Bon, founder of ITL North East Limited, emphasizes high ethical standards in translation services. The company prioritizes fidelity to original texts, confidentiality, and professionalism among interpreters and translators. With over 25 years of experience, ITL ensures quality through continuous education and respect for intellectual property, valuing client feedback.
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What happens behind the scenes before an interpreter arrives?
When most people think about interpreting, they picture the moment an interpreter starts speaking. They walk into a room, sit down, and begin a conversation between two people who don’t speak the same language. Simple enough, right? Not quite. The truth is that when an interpreter starts speaking, you’re only seeing about 10% of their…
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Why human translators still matter in the age of AI
Artificial intelligence has revolutionized the translation industry, providing rapid results and handling large volumes of text. However, AI lacks true understanding and can misinterpret language, leading to potentially serious consequences in sensitive areas like law and medicine. Human expertise remains essential for cultural context and accuracy, emphasizing collaboration between AI and human translators for optimal…
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ITL Awarded new Southwark Council London contract for interpretation and translation services
ITL has secured a contract to provide interpreting and translation services for Southwark Council starting May 2019. This initiative will create new job opportunities for linguists and includes training in local communities. ITL aims to strengthen relationships in the public sector and has opened a new office in Islington to support growth.
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Education & Learning Opportunities with Grace Tia Bon Bon
The emergence of diverse communities in British society presents challenges due to limited English proficiency, necessitating qualified interpreters for effective public service access. The North of England Education Centre, established in 2017, addresses this by offering affordable accredited interpreting courses. Future plans include distance learning and a Diploma in Public Service Interpreting.
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Supporting apprenticeships
ITL North East Limited promotes apprenticeships in the North East through the Learning Curve Group, investing in local youth despite economic challenges. They’ve successfully placed students from Newcastle College during the turbulent pandemic years. ITL offers diverse apprenticeship opportunities, helping young people earn and gain qualifications while actively supporting local career initiatives.
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ITL Northeast supports Schools into Work Programme
As part of our social value initiative, we support the ‘Schools into Work’ Programme, engaging schools to aid young people’s career development. On June 27, 2019, we participated in “Decades day” at George Stephenson High School, promoting career awareness and the importance of language skills for future opportunities.
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The WOW PROJECT ( World of Work) of North of Tyneside Learning Trust
ITL North East Limited, led by founder Grace Tia Bon Bon, emphasizes the importance of school visits to inspire language learning among students in North Tyneside. By participating in the WOW initiative, the team aims to boost confidence and career opportunities in languages, engaging directly with students to highlight the benefits of multilingualism.
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ITL supports apprenticeships and opportunities for young people
ITL North East Limited is expanding its business and has recently hired additional staff, including two apprentices, in response to increased demand for their interpreting and translation services. The company emphasizes the importance of apprenticeships for skill development and intends to encourage youth interest in modern languages through local school engagements.
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