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ASLIA Victoria [Out & About - October 2016 ]
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In this issue:

  • President's Report
  • Get Involved!
  • Industry News
  • Deaf Perspectives
  • Webinars!
  • Upcoming Events
  • End of Year Celebration!
  • Interpreting Literature and Resources

 
PRESIDENT'S REPORT
It has been a busy month for ASLIA Victoria with the Deaf Expo held at the Melbourne Showgrounds and the National Auslan Conference that included several pre conference workshops on humour, social media, interpreter trainers' roundtable and mentoring that were hosted by ASLIA Victoria. Many thanks to the people who purchased a wristband for NWDP. We raised $150 with all proceeds being passed on to Deaf Victoria.
 
ASLIA Victoria are looking forward to the restructure proposal relating to our national Association at the upcoming AGM of ASLIA planned to take place before end of the year. Thanks must be extended to the ASLIA Vic committee for their tireless efforts and members who have put up their hand to help with various tasks, it is greatly appreciated. 
 
The ASLIA Victoria committee will be meeting for a planning day on November 5th, considering the feedback gleaned from respondents to our recent survey - and scheduling professional development opportunities for members. Thanks to the 50 members who responded to the survey with such valuable information. 
 
We have finalised plans for the Educational Interpreter Conference thanks to the support of VDEI which will take place on Wednesday 25th January. The guest presenter will be Doug Bowen-Bailey from the USA who will share extensive knowledge with participants. You can attend in person (get in quick) or via live-streaming. Information about registration and the program is outlined in the PD section of this newsletter. We are pleased to have supported WA, SA and also New Zealand to enable them to utilise Doug's expertise for the benefit of their members whilst he is 'down under'. Greater collaboration between states is evident and we envisage this will develop further with the proposed ASLIA national restructure. 
 
Due to the limitations of the ASLIA website, we have uploaded a list of available online PD activities for purchase all in one document on the ASLIA Victoria page for your convenience. 
 
The Mental Health Advisory Subcommittee have provided the foundational information that has led to the writing of a grant submission for funds to establish research and development of a specialisation course for interpreters working in the mental health domain. The submission has been supported by Monash University, Vicdeaf, Auslan Services and Deaf Victoria. We are hopeful that we are successful in obtaining the financial support to enable further training for practitioners to ultimately enhance service provision.
 
Don't miss the end of year celebration hosted by Auslan Connections, Auslan Services and Echo Interpreting on Friday 2nd December! A great way to cap off a busy year with colleagues. Don't forget to RSVP - its an easy process via the link to trybooking. 
 
Until next month! 
 
Interested in getting involved with ASLIA Vic?
We are looking for interested people to assist ASLIA Vic. If you are a member and are keen to contribute to the industry, email 
info@asliavic.com.au

Our committee are also looking for any members who might be interested in mentoring by each member of the executive. (Vice President, Treasurer and Secretary). By assisting, you would also be trained in these roles. This initiative is to ensure succession planning and training for individuals wanting to be involved in the industry and learn about the work of ASLIA Vic. If you are interested, email info@asliavic.com.au

Next Committee Meeting:

Thursday 1st December, 6:30-8:30pm at JMLC
Members are welcome to attend, email Melinda: secretary@asliavic.com.au 

Members are welcome to attend our Planning day on Saturday 5th November at Julie's house in South Morang. email
secretary@asliavic.com.au for more details
INDUSTRY NEWS

Separate Deaf Interpreter Associations or
Inclusive and Collaborative Interpreting Associations for All?

 

There are many countries that seek WASLI’s opinion about the relationships among deaf signed language interpreters and the established interpreter communities. One of the questions that we have received recently seeks our opinion about the need for separate deaf interpreter associations.

In response to this WASLI  decided to make clear its position, which we would like to share with all of you.

The statement in English and International Sign can be found at http://wasli.org/special-interest/deaf-interpreters 

Read the latest updates from Translators and Interpreters Australia (Professionals Australia)
Our colleagues in NSW have been busy! Read the second edition of ASLIA NSW 'In The Loop'


Call for survey participants!


Have you been frustrated by the lack of relevant preparation materials and briefings for court/ tribunal assignments? 
 
You can make a difference by volunteering to participate in this University of New South Wales (UNSW) PhD research study on the role of preparation materials in court interpreting.

You are invited to take part in an online survey of court interpreters’ preparation practices and attitudes towards preparation. 

Click the button below to access the survey.
 
To participate in this research study, you need to have interpreted in Australian courts or tribunals. 

For further information, please click here for the Online Participant Information Statement or contact Vicky.
CONTACT: Vicky Wong, PhD Candidate (UNSW), 0433 969 777.

More information

Signs for Health website launched

Vicdeaf (and Auslan Connections) has been on this Project Reference Group for the last two years.  This is such an important resource for both hospital staff and Auslan users so if you can distribute this information amongst your networks this would be much appreciated.  VEHORC will produce supporting materials for us to distribute.
 
It is also important to note Auslan Connections is on the panel of approved language service providers for all Victorian hospitals, so it is worth keeping this in mind if and when you come into contact with hospitals.
DEAF PERSPECTIVES
Trisha Balharrie shares some thoughts with us
WEBINARS!
www.trybooking.com/235462
www.trybooking.com/Booking/BookingEventSummary.aspx?eid=233606
www.trybooking.com/Booking/BookingEventSummary.aspx?eid=233603
www.trybooking.com/Booking/BookingEventSummary.aspx?eid=233604

For a full list of Webinars available from ASLIA Victoria, click here

Interpret-Ed Webinars available on the ASLIA Website

Interpreters in Education: 
https://aslia.com.au/product/interpret-ed-interpreters-education/
Educational Interpreting webinar: https://aslia.com.au/product/educational-interpreting-webinar/
The 2007 ASLIA code of ethics Part 1: https://aslia.com.au/product/interpreter-ed-2007-aslia-code-ethics-part-1/
The 2007 ASLIA code of ethics Part 2: https://aslia.com.au/product/interpret-ed-2007-aslia-code-ethics-part-2/
Discourse & Interpreting:
https://aslia.com.au/product/interpret-ed-discourse-interpreting/
Deaf Professionals & Interpreters:
https://aslia.com.au/product/interpret-ed-deaf-professionals-interpreters-auslan/
Role Shift Basics:
https://aslia.com.au/product/interpret-ed-role-shift-basics/
Interpreters working together:
https://aslia.com.au/product/interpret-ed-interpreters-working-together/
Interpreting as a Practice Profession: https://aslia.com.au/product/demand-control-schema-interpreting-as-a-practice-profession/

 
UPCOMING EVENTS

END OF YEAR CELEBRATION!

Register here
More information

Gallaudet University - Department of Interpretation and Translation


Symposium on Signed Language
Interpretation and Translation Research
March 31 - April 2, 2017

The Department of Interpretation and Translation at Gallaudet University is pleased to host the second Symposium on Signed Language Interpretation and Translation Research to be held March 31-April 2, 2017 at Gallaudet University in Washington, DC.  

The purpose of the Symposium is to promote the exchange of scholarship on signed language interpretation and translation as well as provide a platform for interdisciplinary research across various disciplines including linguistics, communication, sociology, psychology, anthropology, and education. The Symposium is a unique forum for scholars and students from around the world to convene at Gallaudet University to share our research with one another. 

More information
INTERPRETING LITERATURE & RESOURCES
Where’s the Welcome Mat? Opening the Door to Deaf Interpreters
Deaf Interpreters (DI) bring a wealth of cultural and linguistic experience to Interpreter Education. Jeremy Rogers investigated the DI experience with Education Programs resulting in some practical recommendations for how to better welcome them to the table.

What Makes Us Tick? Sign Language Interpreters, Values & Motivation
Knowledge of personal beliefs and value systems enhance a sign language interpreter’s professional practice. Audrey Ramirez-Loudenback posits articulating our “why” may positively impact job satisfaction and longevity in the field.

Meet, Engage, Learn & Inspire: Mentoring and Sign Language Interpreters
Mentoring is often cited as a way to bridge the “readiness gap” for emerging sign language interpreters. Kim Boeh outlines the benefits of mentoring relationships and tips for successful interactions.

The Future of Technology and Sign Language Interpretation with Wing Butler
Wing Butler recently visited Australia during the NAC, and we were lucky to have him join some of the pre-NAC workshops we provided.

CIT 2016 Livestream: Plenary - Amy Williamson
 
Deaf community decries lack of status for sign language interpreters

MEP Helga Stevens brought together more than a thousand deaf people from all over Europe this week at a conference in the European Parliament. At the conference, they called for improved status for sign language interpreters and a wider recognition of their sign languages. “It is a unique occasion, because for the first time we are bringing together all 31 EU sign languages in one place,” says Helga Stevens, who is herself the first female deaf MEP. “But we are hoping that this turns out to be more than a symbolic day. Due to the lack of status, there is a marked shortage of sign language interpreters. That urgently needs to change.”

Read more here
ASLIA Vic/Melbourne Polytechnic: Interpreter Pathways
ASLIA Vic/Melbourne Polytechnic - Interpreter Pathways
Transcript
ASLIA Victoria partnered with Melbourne Polytechnic to create this information video outlining the study pathways to enter the interpreting profession in Victoria
Report to ASLIA Vic/Tas on Public Consultation on Australian National Standards for Working with Interpreters in Courts and Tribunals conducted by the Judicial Council on Cultural Diversity
Report prepared by Dr. Meredith Bartlett

Click here
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Did you know?

A clinic can call the NRS on 133 677 and provide the patient's mobile phone number. The relay officer will set up a 'reverse SMS relay call' and will be able to send text messages to the patient on behalf of the clinic. The patient can respond and have a phone call in this way. For more information go to http://relayservice.gov.au/making-a-call/calling-a-nrs-user and click on 1,2,3 step-by-step. Scroll down to 'Calling an SMS relay user'
That's all for this edition. Please feel free to provide your input and any articles that you think would be of interest to your colleagues for future editions by sending an email to info@asliavic.com.au

Thankyou to Vicdeaf for all their support by allowing us to use their facilities and for providing us with an office space. It is very much appreciated.

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