S05E11 - Carl Gene Fordham, AUSIT National President

In this engaging episode of "Conversations: Translation and Interpreting," we sit down with Carl Gene Fordham, the newly elected National President of the Australian Institute of Interpreters and Translators (AUSIT). Based in Brisbane, Carl is one of Australia's few native-English Chinese translators specializing in court interpreting and forensic translation. With NAATI Certified Interpreter and Translator credentials and a Master of Translation and Interpretation Studies from RMIT University, he plays a pivotal role in helping Mandarin-speaking individuals access justice.Join us as we delve into Carl's unique journey—from his beginnings in translation and interpreting to his current role as an educator at the University of Queensland. Carl shares his insights on the challenges facing AUSIT and his vision for addressing key issues like finance, visibility, and influence within the industry. We also discuss his thoughts on the recent AUSIT conference, the significance of his new role, and what it means to come full circle in his career.Don't miss this insightful conversation with one of the leading voices shaping the translation and interpreting landscape in Australia today.BioBased in Brisbane, Carl is one of Australia's few native-English Chinese translators specializing in court interpreting and forensic translation. With NAATI Certified Interpreter and Translator credentials and a Master of Translation and Interpretation Studies from RMIT University, Carl has dedicated his career to ensuring Mandarin-speaking individuals can access justice.As an interpreter, Carl helps bridge language barriers in courtrooms, translating evidence and interpreting proceedings to facilitate fair legal processes. He also serves as an expert witness, reviewing translated materials for accuracy and impartiality.Thank you for your support. Please visit our PD website nexpd.com for more training and professional development content.

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