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GMYW Achieves ISO 18841:2018 Certification – Setting a New Benchmark for Quality Interpreting Services
We are delighted to announce that GMYW has achieved ISO 18841:2018 certification , the internationally recognised standard for the...
Give Me Your Word
Oct 113 min read
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Watching a Migrant Dinghy from a Cruise Ship: A View I’ll Never Forget
As a French public service interpreter based in Manchester, most of the people I interpret for are asylum seekers and refugees, many from...
Lauren Shadi | Director of GMYW
Aug 315 min read
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The Critical Importance of Using Impartial Interpreters in Public Services: Lessons from High-Profile Cases
In the UK, public service users who do not speak English as their first language have the right to be provided with a qualified, impartial interpreter—not a friend or relative. This blog explores why that right is critical, drawing on real-life tragedies like the Victoria Climbié case to highlight the devastating consequences of failing to uphold it. Learn how the law, including the Equality Act 2010, reinforces this obligation, and why professional interpreting is essential
Lauren Shadi | Director of GMYW
Aug 74 min read
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Interpreter Wellbeing and Self-Care: A Core Value at Give Me Your Word
At Give Me Your Word , we believe that interpreters are more than just linguistic bridges—they are compassionate professionals who often...
Give Me Your Word
Jun 233 min read
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Interpreter Anonymity: A Vital Safeguard in All Settings
At Give Me Your Word , interpreter safety is non-negotiable. Whether working remotely or in person, interpreters often step into...
Lauren Shadi | Director of GMYW
May 132 min read
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Safeguarding Consecutive Interpreters in Mental Health: Essential Guidelines for Professionals
Interpreters play a vital role in bridging a communication gap, and their safety is paramount. Take a look at our guidelines
Lauren Shadi | Director of GMYW
Mar 113 min read
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