Spark Conversations: Ending Linguistic Segregation with Translation Tools

Name: Spark Conversations: Ending Linguistic Segregation with Translation Tools
Start: 2025-04-09T18:00:00-04:00
Location: 502 Union Street, Hudson, NY, United States, New York 12534

Schedule

Wed, 09 Apr, 2025 at 06:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

502 Union Street, Hudson, NY, United States, New York 12534 | Hudson, NY

Language should never be a barrier to opportunity. Machine translation (MT) is revolutionizing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) by breaking down linguistic barriers that limit access to education, work, and community engagement. Yet, many institutions still operate in a single language, excluding non-native speakers from essential information and services.
MT provides real-time translation, enabling multilingual communication in classrooms, workplaces, and public spaces. While not perfect, when paired with human oversight, it offers a cost-effective and scalable way to foster inclusion. Investing in translation technology means more people can participate fully in society, ensuring language is no longer an obstacle to engagement.
Join us for this Spark Conversation with Pam Doran, an expert in AI and machine translation. With a master's degree in learning and emerging technology, Pam will explore how translation tools can be used ethically and effectively to advance equity and give everyone a voice.