Language Access for All
The CLA Translation Institute (CTI) was established to provide no-cost language translation and interpretation services to local organizations serving children and families throughout the Philadelphia region. Funded by a grant from The William Penn Foundation, the CTI is overseen by Temple staff, staffed by Temple graduate and undergraduate students who partner with community-based organizations to expand access to information, resources, and services to Philadelphia households with limited English proficiency.
Our mission is three-fold: 1) to increase information and expand access to resources for Philadelphians with Limited English Proficiency (LEP), 2) to provide training and professional development in translation and interpretation for CLA students, and 3) to enable community organizations to better serve their LEP constituents. We believe that language access and intercultural competency are essential to living in a multicultural society that celebrates its residents. Our belief system underscores our mission to connect Philadelphians to the services and opportunities that exist in the community while training community partners and students in the skills that allow for open communication and clear dialogue.
English, Spanish & Chinese Translation
Does your Philly-based community organization need Spanish and/or Chinese translation help? The CTI is here for your translation and interpretation needs!
If your organization’s work benefits local Philadelphia families, particularly those with limited English proficiency, we want to help! Preference will be given to smaller organizations and organizations whose leadership is reflective of the communities they serve. If you need translated materials, submit a request and our team will work with you to get your content translated. Project timing will depend on the nature and size of the project, as well as the team’s capacity.
Examples of projects that we can accept include:
- Flyers
- Short web pages
- Blog posts
- Promotional materials or signage
- Intake forms
- Short slide decks for presentations
Interpretation projects will also be accepted on a limited basis:
To request translation or interpretation services for your organization, please click the appropriate link below.
- Fill out the Translation Services Form to apply for translation services.
- Fill out the Interpretation Services Form to apply for interpretation services.
Once we have received your request and documents, our team will analyze the project to assure that our translators can effectively complete it. If the project is accepted, we will contact you to discuss the project and confirm details and timing. Our team will then start the translation, revision, editing, and feedback process before sending the final document. The execution of this process guarantees the quality of the documents and services that we deliver to the community.
Questions? Email CLA Translation Institute at clati@temple.edu.
We look forward to working with you soon!