The Tapit Times
The TAPIT Times is the blog of the Tennessee Association of Professional Interpreters and Translators (TAPIT). It features updates, news, and practical information for interpreters and translators in Tennessee. Members are welcome to contribute posts and share their experiences, ideas, or resources.
Disclaimer: The views expressed in this blog are personal opinions of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the policies or positions of TAPIT, its Board or members.
Interpreting in Immigration Court
Voices of Resistance in Difficult Times In 2025, interpreting in immigration court is no longer just a technical or linguistic task, it is an act of presence, of humanity, and, in many ways, a form of silent resistance. Under a new federal administration that has implemented harsher immigration policies, legal proceedings have become faster,…
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A Year [2024] In Review
A message from Coral Getino* Today we close 2024. We turn the last page on a year that not only was full of anticipation, and new beginnings, but also great historical relevance. The TAPIT, Inc. corporation turned 20 years old! We started the year with that celebration in mind and made plans for an “in-person”…
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