SAVE THE DATE!

NCIHC Annual Language Access Congress

The Congress will take place from September 24-26, 2026, in Providence, RI. Stay tuned for registration details, hotel reservations, and announcements. We look forward to seeing you in Providence.

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New Episode #39

Interpreting for Healthcare with Manuel Higginbotham

This month’s episode of the Interpreting in Healthcare podcast, sponsored by the National Council on Interpreting in Health Care (NCIHC), welcomes a powerhouse of language access expertise.

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New Episode #25

LLD Conversations with Maria Gaspar

In this episode, we talk about something that doesn’t get nearly enough attention — the duty of interpreters when working with Indigenous communities, and how easily Indigenous individuals can be perceived as “less” simply because of language barriers.

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The Votes have been tabulated!

NCIHC Board Election Results

Many thanks to all of you who voted in the recent elections for the 2026-2028 NCIHC Board of Directors. The votes are in, and the successful candidates are...

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NCIHC Stands with Language Access Professionals in Minnesota and Beyond 

We want to acknowledge the healthcare interpreters, translators, managers, clinicians, and community members in Minnesota and other states who are carrying an extraordinary emotional and professional burden right now.

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Opposing Executive Order 14224

The National Council on Interpreting in Health Care (NCIHC) stands with six leading professional associations in opposing Executive Order 14224, which threatens civil rights and limits language access for individuals with limited English proficiency (LEP). 

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Good News!

Our Community Discussion Space is Back Online

What happened: Over a year ago, changes by major email providers broke our listserv. Messages stopped being delivered reliably, and eventually most members lost the ability to post by email. We know many of you valued the listserv as a place to ask questions, share resources, and connect with peers across the country.

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C O N G R A T U L A T I O N S

The 2025 Language Access Champion Award Winners!

The National Council on Interpreting in Health Care (NCIHC) is proud to honor two outstanding leaders whose work has transformed language access across healthcare, education, and the legal system.

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Professional Development

Why Invest in NCIHC Membership

As Language Access Managers, we all strive to provide meaningful professional development opportunities for our staff interpreters. However, as many of us know, budget constraints often limit access to ongoing education.

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New Executive Order Designates English as the Official Language of the US

In our commitment to monitor, provide guidance, and disseminate relevant policy developments, the NCIHC is conducting a thorough review of this executive order and its potential implications for healthcare language access.

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Companies are now selling AI-generated interpreting services as a substitute for human interpreters

Concerned about this trend, NCIHC has just published guidance for healthcare administrators considering these services.

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