When AI-generated summaries begin influencing how interpreted testimony is remembered and discussed, where does ethical responsibility begin? This edition of “Let’s Test Your Ethics” explores the risks of administrative AI creep in the courtroom.

In interpreting, reputation isn’t built on titles alone. This reflection explores how presence, empathy, and emotional intelligence shape meaningful communication and lasting impact.

A Matter of Due Process By Hilda Shymanik   About six years ago, I met a colleague during a short-lived, recurring five-day full-time freelance assignment, a 40-hour-a-week two-year contract. We were both Mexican and new to that courthouse, as was the coordinator. It was also... The post A Matter of Due Process appeared first on NAJIT.

What’s Going On in Our Field Right Now? By Julli Jaramillo   I’ve been keeping up with what’s been happening in our field, and I think now is a good time to update everyone. There’s a lot shifting right now, and it’s not all happening... The post What’s Going On in Our Field Right Now? appeared first on NAJIT.

A Brief History of The Couch Series Since its debut in 2017, The Couch has been the place to provide our members with the space to discuss dilemmas, help one another, and network within our field. Past discussions have tackled ethical challenges, professional growth, and best practices, offering valuable... The post The Couch: Are “Translator Headphones” Giving You the Ick Too? appeared first on NAJIT.

Self-Care as an Ethical Necessity By: Athena Matilsky Be kinder to yourself. Then let your kindness flood the world. -Pema Chödron Have you ever found yourself skipping lunch, losing sleep and working 12-hour days even though you were your own boss? A few years ago,... The post Self-Care as an Ethical Necessity appeared first on NAJIT.

Let’s Test Your Ethics: The Digital “Assist” The NAJIT Observer Team   Honoring the Lunar New Year Before we turn to this month’s ethical discussion, we want to pause to recognize the Lunar New Year. For many communities around the world, this celebration marks renewal,... The post Let’s Test Your Ethics: The Digital “Assist” appeared first on NAJIT.

Explores why verbatim interpretation is a misconception in court interpreting and how accuracy, meaning, and credibility truly function in the courtroom.

A new NAJIT member reflects on the uncertainty of stepping into an established professional community and asks how others found connection, confidence, and belonging within NAJIT.