ATI was incorporated in March 2004 as a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization for educational purposes. Since then, ATI has become the go-to resource for education and professional development in the field of translation and interpretation throughout the state of Arizona.
Benefits of Membership
Anyone who shares our interests and objectives is welcome to join ATI. Our membership categories are: Student, Associate, Non-Profit, Corporate, and Honorary. Please see the membership types and fees below. ATIs membership benefits are many! When you join, you will enjoy, among other things:
- Reduced-rate registration for ATI Annual Conference and free entry to quarterly workshops in both Maricopa and Pima Counties–invaluable for members of other LSP organizations that require continuing education credits to retain certification, such as ATA
- Subscription to our email bulletin, including updates on training opportunities, Meetups, and other important developments in our profession
- Use of the ATI logo on your business card
- Right hold office on ATIs board and vote in annual ATI elections
- Participation in ATI committees and other special projects
- Opportunity to chair committees and be actively involved in ATI decision-making and long-term planning
- Consideration for presentations at ATI conferences, workshops and training events
- Networking events and collegial relationships
- Access to employment opportunities posted on the website and through special bulletins
- Full Listing in ATI’s Online Membership Directory (Associate and Corporate Members only)
Membership Types
ATI membership is open to anyone with an interest in translation and interpreting as a profession or as a scholarly pursuit.
ATI has five membership categories:
- Associate Membership – for all those interested in or currently practicing in the field of translation or interpretation
- Student membership – for students at any Arizona university or certificate program related to interpreting, translation or linguistic studies
- Corporate Membership – designed for for-profit corporations and designated employees *
- Non-Profit Membership – for non-profit organizations and selected staff members **
- Honorary Membership – for those recognized for their service to linguistic education and professional development in the field of translation and interpretation ***
