Exchange ideas, opinions, and experiences concerning interpreting;

Further the development of effective communication skills in interpreting;

Strive for the attainment of the highest standards in these communicative skills;

Act as a body to advance professional and ethical standards for interpreters;

Advocate for professional recognition and treatment of interpreters;

Uphold the communication rights of Deaf, hard of hearing and hearing people.

The philosophy of SaVRID is that quality interpretation services will help to ensure effective communication between people who are Deaf or hard of hearing and people who are hearing. As a local professional association for interpreters SaVRID provides a forum to achieve its mission and encourages its members' pursuit of excellence.

SaVRID embraces diversity as an integral part of the association. We welcome a wide range of abilities and perspectives including but not limited to language, culture, race, gender, age, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, national origin, disability, and socioeconomic status. SaVRID will actively foster an inclusive environment by encouraging, mentoring, and supporting diverse leaders and members within our profession. SaVRID is committed to maintaining an accessible, civil, and professional organization that adheres to RID’s and SaVRID’s Mission and Philosophy.

Save the Date: SaVRID's Golf Day Fundraiser

Upcoming Webinar: The "N" Word by ASLIS

The "N" Word: Participants will listen and learn from Black interpreters and Deaf consumers as they share their lived experiences with the N-word. We will have large and small group discussions gaining insight into the Power, Privilege and Oppression attached to the N-word. Interactive and engaging conversations about the use of the N-word while interpreting and how the word is layered with meaning.

Click here to learn more and register.

2025 Deaf in Healthcare Summit for Interpreters

5th annual Deaf in Healthcare Summit for Interpreters, hosted by 2axend.

When: April 25-27, 2025

Through this summit, our goal is to provide sign language interpreters with a professional platform to learn from and collaborate with Deaf, hard of hearing and DeafBlind stakeholders, medical interpreters and medical professionals to create a shared vision of consumer-centric interpreting experiences in healthcare settings where everyone benefits.

We are also partnering with Atomic Hands to co-host the pre-conference for this year's summit. Additional information is forthcoming.

The summit agenda and additional pertinent information is listed at www.2axend.com/summit.