Interpreters

Facilitates communication and understanding during the student delegation trip to Moscow.

A. Pre-Departure:

1. Familiarization with Program Objectives and Itinerary:

• Review the trip’s objectives, itinerary, and specific events where interpretation will be required. Understand the context and significance of each meeting and activity.

2. Glossary and Key Terms:

• Develop a glossary of key terms related to the trip’s themes, including educational, cultural, and technical terminology.

• Familiarize with any specific jargon that may be used during meetings or presentations.

B. During Trip:

1. Real-Time Interpretation:

• Provide accurate and real-time interpretation during formal meetings, events, and informal interactions.

• Ensure clarity and fidelity to the original message.

2. Translation of Materials:

• Translate written materials, including program agendas, menus, informational brochures, and presentations, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

3. Assist with Local Interactions:

• Facilitate communication between delegation members and local Russians during outings, shopping, dining, or any unplanned interactions.

4. Confidentiality and Professionalism:

• Maintain the highest standards of confidentiality and professionalism, especially when interpreting sensitive or private conversations.

5. Adaptability and Flexibility:

• Be adaptable and flexible, ready to provide language support in various settings, adjusting to last-minute changes in the itinerary or meeting formats.

C. General Guidelines:

1. Continuous Communication:

• Maintain open lines of communication with the delegation leaders and the organizing team, staying informed of any updates or changes to the schedule that require language support.

2. Equipment Check:

• Ensure that all necessary equipment, such as portable translation devices, microphones, or headphones, is in working condition and available when needed.

3. Emergency Language Support:

• Be prepared to offer emergency language support in case of medical, legal, or logistical issues, facilitating clear communication between delegation members and local authorities or services.

4. Cultural Mediation:

• Act as cultural mediators when necessary, explaining cultural nuances or practices to delegation members to enhance understanding and prevent misunderstandings.