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Training for Interpreters and Translators
of Color Committee (ITOCC)
NBDA established the Interpreters/Transliterators of Color Committee
(ITOCC) to investigate the growing need for qualified and certified
Black interpreters. Of special focus for the ITOCC are the recruitment
of minority interpreters and the offering of professional development
and training activities. Through collaborative partnerships, volunteer
services, and job opportunities, ITOCC has developed a successful
program that has reached Black Deaf communities across the nation.
ITOCC objectives are:
- Conducting national search for Black interpreters and others
interested in the field of interpretering by using technology,
personal contacts, and print mediums.
- Providing one-on-one mentoring opportunities for non-certified/certified
interpreters, deaf and hearing interpreters, and trainers.
- Establishing and maintaining collaborative partnerships with
interpreter associations (e.g., National Alliance of Black Interpreters,
Waubonsee Community College ITP, National Multicultural Interpreter
Project), Deaf organizations, and RSA Interpreter Training Grantees.
- Coordinating professional development and training activities
with local BDA chapters and the national conference planning team.
- Identifying and securing resources and training materials.
- Using the National Association of the Deaf Interpreter Performance
Assessment and training to become evaluators.
Michael E Graziano |
