Linguists Collective Conference & International Mother Language Day IMLD Celebration
Linguists Collective Conference & Celebration
of International Mother Language Day
Wednesday, 21 February 2024
Best practices for communicating through an interpreter.
Sue Leschen will speak from her extensive experience in her session on “Best Practices for Communicating Through an Interpreter.” Sue will advocate for an interpreter-friendly approach, urging attendees to view interpreters as valuable individuals, not mere machines, for effective communication. Highlighting the importance of timely provision of materials like PowerPoints to interpreters, Sue will promote optimal communication. This proactive measure allows interpreters to thoroughly prepare, contributing to seamless communication. Sue will also address treating interpreters with respect, addressing practical considerations like breaks and fair remuneration, and recognising their role as skilled professionals crucial to successful communication.
In her speech, Sue Leschen will cover key points, including extracting the best outcomes from interpreter assistance and recognising interpreters as essential contributors to effective communication. Her presentation will encourage a proactive and collaborative communication approach, fostering mutual respect that is vital in linguistically diverse contexts. Sue’s expertise promises a thought-provoking session, offering practical tips for navigating the intricate dynamics of communication through interpreters. Attendees can expect valuable insights into best practices applicable across various professional settings. Sue Leschen’s contribution will serve as a guide for enhancing communication skills in linguistically diverse contexts, making her session indispensable for professionals in the field.
About Leschen
Sue Leschen is an entrepreneurial lawyer, linguist, and mentor who has married her twin passions of law and languages together. She is the director of niche-market company Avocate Legal and Business French Interpreting and Translation Services Ltd. Sue is a Fellow of both CIOL and ITI and has Chartered Linguist (Interpreter) status. She is a member of the Association of Police and Court Interpreters (APCI), the Association of Interpreters and Translators (AIT), the International Association of Professional Interpreters and Translators (IAPTI), the National Register of Public Service Interpreters (NRPSI), CIOL’s Interpreting Division Steering Group, and the ITI LIFT Committee and ITI FRNet e groups.