The Interpreting Division Steering Group is organising a series of online “clinic” drop-in sessions for interpreters, especially for (but not limited to) those early on in their career. These are informal online meetings where attendees can ask questions on specific topics and advice from established interpreters.
You still need to book in advance as the number of attendees we can host is limited to 50 places. Please find below more information on the upcoming drop-in session and the specific topic we will be covering.
Drop-in session: Interpreting in family breakdown
The Interpreting Division Steering Group is organising a series of online “clinic” drop-in sessions for interpreters, especially for (but not limited to) those early on in their career. These are informal online meetings where attendees can ask questions on specific topics and advice from established interpreters.
You still need to book in advance as the number of attendees we can host is limited to 50 places. Please find below more information on the upcoming drop-in session and the specific topic we will be covering.
Drop-in session: Interpreting in family breakdown
Working as an interpreter in this specialised area of family law demands not only linguistic proficiency but also the need to stay up to date with new developments in the law such as the current pilot scheme relating to transparency orders.
Moreover, working in family law settings can challenge interpreters' commitments to ethical integrity, as well as to maintaining neutrality. The duty of confidentiality can be tested when faced with emotionally charged scenarios where divulging information may seem ethically and legally ambiguous.
The emotional toll of the work cannot be understated. Interpreters frequently find themselves immersed in highly charged situations, dealing with individuals undergoing profound emotional distress due to family conflicts and endless legal proceedings.
Additionally, safeguarding vulnerable individuals, particularly children caught amidst residence disputes, contact issues, or other family breakdown concerns, is a crucial aspect of the role. Recognising and responding appropriately to potential or actual harm or abuse necessitates a delicate balance: interpreters must be both vigilant and discreet, while ensuring strict adherence to legal requirements. This further underscores the complexity of this role.
Our panel of experienced interpreters will draw on their experience within this field to outline the key challenges.
Please note that these sessions are not recorded.
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