During an ongoing conflict between countries, communication is crucial for government agencies, organizations, and civilians, who face the most intense repercussions. With ordinary people and their families caught in the crossfire of bureaucratic disputes, their lives are forever and irreparably altered, including being separated or having their homes destroyed.
Linguists play a critical role in international diplomacy by facilitating communication. Translators use exceptional care when choosing words because nuances and overtones are crucial and can have a significant impact.
As a specialized language services provider, ASTA-USA Translation Services, Inc. is helping to facilitate communications for conflict-affected civilians in Israel by offering a 15% discount on services for Hebrew and Arabic languages.
As CEO of ASTA-USA, Alain J. Roy believes in making a difference through languages. “Languages are more than words; they are reflections of culture, history, unique experiences, and emotions,” he said. “Familiar words alleviate anxiety, worry, and confusion, and allow these individuals to have hope for the future after enduring unimaginable horrors.”
The Need for Proper Communication
ASTA-USA recognizes the valiant efforts of individuals rescuing people from war-torn streets, providing necessities like food and water, or fighting for a diplomatic resolution. “We salute all organizations that are offering solace to those affected by the current conflict in the Middle East and want to extend a helping hand by offering discounted services,” said Roy. “Through these efforts, we strive to support these entities and empower them to bridge language gaps while fostering a sense of unity during these harrowing times.”
Refugees and asylum seekers must be able to communicate clearly with people who orchestrate humanitarian efforts to receive the immediate help they desperately need, including getting medications or reuniting with family members. The challenge for many employees and volunteers within support or resource networks is being unable to speak the native languages of individuals in need.
As outlined in “The Sphere Handbook,” language translation services are a vital component when providing humanitarian response efforts and needing to communicate with individuals caught in a conflict. “Amid rubble-lined streets, chaos, and forcible displacement, hearing or reading information in one’s mother tongue, once reaching safety, is a sanctuary to the mind,” said Roy.
View the full press release here: https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/asta-usa-translation-services-offers-discount-to-entities-aiding-conflict-affected-populations-in-israel-1032716406