Events archiveSee below for previous events published on the RLN London website. Turkey Business Forum event 17 March 2010 Find out about the Turkish market and gain privileged access to business opportunities at this event, organised by UK Trade & Investment in conjunction with the UK-Turkey Joint Economic & Trade Committee (JETCO). The Turkish Minister of Trade, Zafer Caglayan, will be attending the forum, accompanied by a 40-strong delegation of business representatives from a variety of sectors. There is no fee for attending this event and refreshments and a buffet lunch will be available. Lecture by Sergio Viaggio in London 13 March 2010, 9:30 - 12:30 The event, organised by the International Association of Professional Translators and Interpreters, is free to attend. About Sergio Viaggio: Due to space limitations please register your interest by writing to info.request@aipti.org. Read more about this lecture: http://www.aipti.org/eng/ Introduction to methods for pedagogic research in languages, linguistics and area studies (Stages 1 and 2) 4 - 5 March 2010 This course organised by the Subject Centre for Languages, Linguistics and Area Studies is suitable for those who are new to pedagogic research. No prior knowledge of social science or educational research methods is assumed. To ensure the workshops are interactive, places are limited to 16 participants. The course is delivered over 2 workshops on consecutive days (delegates can register separately for either), with Stage 2 building on work undertaken during Stage 1. Find out more about Stage 1 workshop and Stage 2 workshop Plurilingualism and Pluricultural Education: Focus on 'Languages of the Wider World'19-20 February 2010 This conference, the first of two on plurilingualism and pluriculturalism, will bring together researchers and practitioners to discuss plurilingual and pluricultural education with a particular focus on 'languages of the wider world': i.e. those of Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Eastern Europe, Scandinavia and the Netherlands. Keynote speakers will include Dr Lid King, National Director for Languages; Professor Mike Kelly of the Subject Centre for Language, Linguistics and Area Studies; and Professor Richard Towell of the University of Salford. Find out more and register on the SOAS website Brazil - business and culture14 January 2009 This cultural training workshop organised by UK Trade & Investment will help you to understand Brazilian values and attitudes, build rapport, negotiate successfully and build successful business relationships. You'll also have the opportunity to learn more about UKTI's Export Communications Review and a range of other services on offer. You can download a cultural briefing on Brazil from our website. Business prospects in Ukraine 3 December 2009 Ukraine is the second largest market in Europe and the biggest in Eastern Europe with 46m consumers. Its economy has experienced positive growth in recent years and bilateral trade figures are growing despite the economic downturn. Organised by London Chamber of Commerce and Industry, this seminar will provide delegates with information on the current business climate in Ukraine and business opportunities available there. Doing business in Asia: meet the experts 1 December 2009 This event organised by UK Trade & Investment will provide the latest on market developments in Asia through a combination of plenary sessions and market clinics. Delegates will also have the chance to attend one-to-one meetings with senior representatives from Embassies and High Commissions from markets including China, India, Korea and Singapore. You can download cultural briefings for Asian markets on our website. Conference on the language industry in the EU27 November 2009 Following wide-ranging research on the size of the language industry in the EU earlier this year - taking in translation, interpreting, localisation, subtitling, dubbing and more - the European Commission's Directorate General for Translation is presenting their findings at a conference. Research results will be revealed in the morning, followed by a round table discussion on languages and the economy. Web delegates will have the opportunity to post comments online. Translating and the computer19-20 November 2009 This conference organised by Aslib is supported by a large number of bodies including the Institute of Translation and Interpreting, and European and International Associations for Machine Translation. The Aslib event draws together a diverse group of delegates, who gain new insights and brainstorm ideas on the use of information technology for translation. Global Entrepreneurship Week 16 - 22 November 2009 Global Entrepreneurship Week is a worldwide movement of entrepreneurial people, with millions unleashing their enterprising talents and turning their ideas into reality. First launched as Enterprise Week across the UK 2004, in 2008 it became part of a wider movement. Why not use the inspiration to improve your international communications and make your product truly global? Our businesses area can also give you ideas on trading internationally. Read about events and activities on the Global Entrepreneurship Week website Teaching languages ab initio12 November 2009 Many language degrees are now offered ab initio to students with no previous experience in the language. This seminar organised by the Subject Centre for Languages, Linguistics and Area Studies (LLAS) will examine challenges and issues in the teaching of languages to beginners in HE, including:
Learning & Leadership: Meeting skills needs in the Middle East and North Africa Monday 2 November 2009 The Conference supported by UK Trade & Investment will provide a forum for senior representatives from government, the private sector and academia to share their ideas and experience of the challenges involved in developing a highly skilled workforce in the region and educating tomorrow's leaders. The Conference will open with keynote addresses by HE Dr Nizar Al Baharna (Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Bahrain, and Chairman of Tamkeen) and Sir Paul Judge, and will include four panel sessions led by regional and UK experts. London Greek Film Festival30 October - 1 November 2009 Aiming to introduce Greek film to the international public, the second London Greek Film Festival showcases short films, documentaries, animation and video art. Feature films are expected to include The homecoming by Vassilis Douvlis and Three moments by Petros Sevastikoglou. The Language Show30 October - 1 November 2009 The Language Show is the UK's biggest event for language learners, teachers, linguists and anyone with a love for languages. The show offers language enthusiasts all the help, advice and resources needed to learn or teach languages under one roof. A dedicated Language Careers Fair for jobseekers is also open throughout the show, sponsored this year by multilingualvacancies.com. The event is completely free for visitors to attend, so both direct employers and recruitment consultancies will have access to the widest possible pool of multilingual talent. If you need further advice and support now, you can find advice from RLN London on recruitment as well as careers and learning. 'Meeting the current challenges': conference on the humanities and employability, entrepreneurship and employer engagement 23 October 2009 Organised by five humanities subject centres and the Routes into Languages programme, 'Meeting the current challenges' is a one day conference aimed at teachers of humanities in higher education seeking to enhance the employability of their students. The conference aims to share good practice across humanities subjects, and its organisers welcome the submission of proposals for sessions and papers across a range of topics. Languages Meet Sport 16 - 17 October 2009 'Languages meet Sport' is the first European Conference on Languages and Intercultural Dialogue through Sport. The Conference is supported by the EU Lifelong Learning Programme and aims to provide a forum for all those who work in the field of education, culture, media, sports and the public sector to meet with the representatives of the EU Commission and Agencies and discuss new opportunities at local and national levels. Jane Collis of RLN London will be there to present on multilingual communications and the 2012 Games, as will our Business Language Champion Arsenal Football Club. You can learn more about languages and the 2012 Games in our minisite. Working with interpreters 14 October 2009 The course hosted by the Refugee Council offers guidance on working with interpreters to ensure you are acting within the law and in the best interests of your client and making the best use of resources. The course is suitable for anyone who works with people whose first language is not English on a regular basis and wishes to develop understanding and skills to make effective use of interpreters, including those who may be new to working with refugees and asylum seekers or new to working in the voluntary or public sector. The course covers aspects including:
Email the Refugee Council at training@refugeecouncil.org.uk for more information Cultural aspects of working with refugees and asylum seekers 7 October 2009 This course hosted by the Refugee Council looks at the misunderstandings that can occur between service providers and refugees and how these can be avoided through a greater understanding of the way culture shapes behaviour and perceptions. The course will help participants to think through their own assumptions and preconceptions by examining their own culture and that of others. The course is suitable for front-line staff working with refugees and asylum seekers, and anyone wishing to gain a better understanding of the issues. This course is particularly relevant for those working in the language and interpreting fields who wish to gain a better understanding of the clients they work with. Aspects covered include:
Email the Refugee Council at training@refugeecouncil.org.uk for more information Russia Today: business briefing 28 September 2009, 15:30 - 17:30 With a population of over 143 million and an array of commercial centres from St Petersburg to Vladivostok, Russia remains a key long term potential market for UK businesses. The UK accounts for 2% of Russian imports and UK exports to Russia were valued at £4.1 billion in 2008, making Russia the UK's 16th largest export market. Despite the economic downturn, opportunities still remain in healthcare, retail and infrastructural opportunities arising in particular from the 2014 Sochi Winter Olympic Games. Sponsored by UK Trade & Investment and Russia House, this briefing will help you find out more about long term market opportunities in Russia. As with any overseas market, cultural and language knowledge cannot be underestimated in Russia - you may also be interested in RLN London's cultural briefings London Spanish Film Festival 18 September - 3 October 2009 The fifth London Spanish Film Festival returns to the Capital, with a selection of the best Spanish films from last year. The 2009 line-up includes Fesser's controversial Camino, the big winner at the last Goya Awards and the last film directed by Agustín Díaz Yanes, Sólo quiero caminar. European Day of Languages 26 September 2009 There are over 6,000 languages spoken in the world. And behind each and every one of them lies a rich and diverse culture. That's what the European Day of Languages aims to celebrate, while showing people across Europe how important languages are in business and in society, and what fun can be had learning them. Celebrated on 26 September since 2001, the European Day of Languages is getting bigger every year, with 45 countries now involved. Why not run a lunchtime language taster in the office? Or bring food from around the world for colleagues to share? You can get more ideas for activities and running your own events on CILT's website and also a dedicated European Day of Languages site set up by the Council of Europe. Business and Culture in India: cross-cultural communications workshop 17 September 2009, 09:00 - 17:00 India's economy is one of the fastest expanding in the world. The UK has strong ties with India, and UK companies are well positioned to take advantage of this growing export and investment market. It is however a large and very diverse market and companies need to be mindful of communication differences and their effect on business. This UK Trade & Investment London International Trade Team one-day 'Business and Culture in India' workshop can help you discover how to navigate around potential communication issues when doing business in India. You may also be interested in RLN London's downloadable cultural briefings. Marketing Workshop for Freelance Translators & Interpreters Saturday, 12 September 2009, 10.30am to 4.30pm This one-day event co-ordinated by the Institute of Translation and Interpreting London Regional Group (ITI LRG) includes talks and workshops on a variety of marketing-related subjects, including:
Speakers include Heidi Kerschl MITI, Keren Lerner of Top Left Design, Eamonn O'Rourke (freelance copywriter) and Philippa Hammond MITI. To book please fill in the booking form and return it with your payment to the address on the form. For further details, please contact Betti Moser or Fiona Franks. Czech Republic: trade seminar 7 September 2009, 16:00 - 19:00 The Czech Republic is a well developed market economy among the former communist countries in central Europe. Sectors such as education, training, construction, science and innovation can present opportunities for UK companies. There is also potential for co-operation in manufacturing and niche export in the automotive and aerospace sectors. This seminar presents companies with a valuable opportunity to update their knowledge of the Czech Republic in terms of business prospects and the current economic climate. You may also be interested in RLN London's cultural briefings which include the Czech Republic. Language taster sessions 25 July 2009 Learn how to impress visitors to the 2012 Games by picking up some of their language. Taster sessions in four major European languages will be given by tutors from the language school of Birkbeck, University of London. Come to one language, or come to all four! Timings: 14:00 - French, 14:30 - Spanish, 15:00 - German, 15:30 - Portuguese. To confirm attendance, please sign up at Stratford library or contact Garmon at g.ap-garth@bbk.ac.uk or on 02084320082. Mastering public service interpreting 10 July 2009 This one-day conference held at London Metropolitan University brings together employers, practising interpreters, trainers and academics to discuss professional development and training for this expanding sector. The programme brings together keynote speakers from Universities in Spain and the USA as well as a range of seminar sessions. Summer conference for adult education 8 July 2009 This one-day conference organised by CILT, the National Centre for Languages gives teachers and managers of language programmes the opportunity to come together and consider the way forward for adult language learning. Plenary panel sessions cover topics including policy, funding and planning, while workshops for those leading and teaching language programmes covers key areas such as classroom practice, updated information on accreditation resources and activities for use in adult language lessons. Export to the Emirates 2 July 2009, 15:30 - 19:30 UK exports to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) total £3.7 billion, making this the biggest market in the Middle East region for the UK. UAE has one of the world's highest GNP's per head and despite the current global downturn is still growing. If you're considering exploring this market, why not start your research closer to home by attending a seminar at the London Chamber of Commerce? RLN London's briefings and Middle East cultural profile can also help you get to grips with local business etiquette in the UAE and other territories. Languages and internationalisation: Globalisation and the 21st Century university1 July 2009 This event organised by the National Conference of University Professors (NCUP) will include talks on topics including: 'Internationalisation of the Science Curriculum: A Partnership Between Modern Languages and Four Science Subjects' by Dr Marina Mozzon-McPherson (University of Hull); and 'Languages in International Conflicts' Professor Hilary Footitt (University of Reading). EU Terminology and other EU reference material Thursday 18 June 2009, 13:30 - 17:00 This workshop organised by the Institute of Translation and Interpreting will give participants an opportunity to discover the benefits of IATE (the publicly-accessible online terminology database developed by the EU Institutions) and of EUR-Lex (the online database of EU legislation). Speakers include Timothy Cooper, Senior Terminologist in the English Language Department of the Directorate-General for Translation (DGT) at the Commission in Brussels; and Professor Margaret Rogers of the University of Surrey, founder of the Association for Terminology and Lexicography. Angela Mortimer International Graduate Fair 17 June 2009, from 6pm Find out about a range of multilingual job openings, both at home and abroad. Angela Mortimer's recruitment specialists are currently working on both temporary and permanent opportunities, as well as helping linguists to start their careers through a work experience programme. The event will be most valuable for multilingual undergraduates or recent graduates seeking immediate work. If you're thinking about using languages in your career, why not also visit RLN London's careers and learning area? Send your CV to queries@am-international.co.uk to receive further details and an invitation Languages and Business 2009 conference15 - 17 June 2009 Languages & Business 2009 takes a professional look at language training for business. In practical workshops, up-to-the minute presentations and comprehensive plenary sessions, experts will cover themes ranging from the challenges of quality assurance to innovative learning tools and current research. An exhibition will allow both providers and potential customers to come together to discuss their individual requirements. Association of Language Learning (ALL) London 'June Event' Saturday 13th June 2009 This event gives ALL members and non-members alike the opportunity to network, browse the exhibition for information and materials and participate in 'show and tell' workshop sessions. Costs: £5 for PGCE students, £10 for members, £15 - group or associate member, £25 for non-members. Supporting the advanced bilingual learner12 June 2009, 10:00 - 15:00 This conference has been organised in conjunction with the Specialist Schools and Academies Trust in order to help tackle communication as a barrier to learning. The event will explore:
A wide range of resources and information will be available for delegates to take away. Download a flyer to find out more and register your interest Starting work as a translator or interpreter Saturday 6 June 2009, 10:00 to 17:00 This seminar, organised by the Institute of Translation and Interpreting (ITI) and the University of Westminster, includes talks by trainers and practitioners on the qualities and skills needed for working as a translator or interpreter. Participants will learn how to get started, develop their careers and tailor their skills to meet market demands. The event is free for students of translation and interpreting (registration in advance is required). Teaching less widely used and less taught languages in Higher Education1 June 2009 This one-day workshop organised by the Subject Centre for Languages, Linguistics and Area Studies in collaboration with CILT, the National Centre for Languages, is aimed at teachers of less widely used and less taught (LWULT) languages in Higher Education. It will also be of interest to researchers of community language pedagogies. The event brings together expertise to share good practice in the teaching and learning of LWULT languages in the HE environment in a number of areas including:
Italian Film Festival 17 April - 27 May 2009 This annual festival gives you a unique opportunity to see a range of films from some of Italy's most respected directors at cinemas across London, including Bianco e Nero (Black and White), Il passato è una terra straniera (The Past is a Foreign Land) and Sanguepazza (Wild Blood). 2009 Institute of Translation and Interpreting International Conference 16 - 17 May 2009 This year's ITI conference is themed on 'Sustainability in Translation' and will take place on 16 and 17 May in Westminster. The programme includes talks from speakers who use translation and interpreting services in their work on green issues, and sessions will interest those considering a career in translation and interpreting as well as experienced professionals. During the two days, visitors will also have access to an exhibition and the option to join the conference dinner. An early bird discount is available to those registering by 28 February. Public Service Interpreting in Focus 9 May 2009 This Chartered Institute of Linguists event running from 10:30 to 14:30 is open to students, members and non-members and will cover topics including ethical dilemmas in public service interpreting, and building rapport in the public service environment. Final consultation on the Diploma in Languages and International Communication28 April 2009 An event in April organised by QCA will give London stakeholders a final chance to have their say on the newly titled Diploma in Languages and International Communication. Consultation now focuses on the draft Line of Learning Criteria which will be used by awarding bodies to develop qualification specifications. They also help further and higher education institutions, employers and other stakeholders understand what has been studied and assessed. The London event at the Jumeirah Carlton Hotel in Knightsbridge is one of nine across England. Please note that you must register with QCA by 3 April in order to attend. Languages of the wider world16 - 17 April 2009 This international conference - themed on 'Multilingualism, regional and minority languages' - is being held at the Schools of African and Oriental Studies. It explores aspects of language learning including the right to learn and use the mother tongue and learn other languages. Introduction to customer service for bilingual Londoners24 February - 19 March 2009 This training programme by Making Training Work is for bilingual people who wish to use their languages at work, particularly in the hospitality, leisure and tourism sectors. The 4 week course includes accredited short courses in First Aid, Health and Safety, food safety and customer service, as well as training in presentation and other oral communication skills. Following this programme, successful participants can apply for a course in Interpreting Skills (see below), which will begin in March 2009. This programme will run on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 24 February until 19 March. Interviews will take place on 10 and 12 February. Doing business in Spain 11 March 2009 Are you trading in or thinking about entering the Spanish market but feel unsure about how to communicate effectively? Run by UK Trade & Investment in London, this seminar will teach you the cultural nuances of doing business in Spain. The session is also designed to help delegates develop intercultural skills, and feel more confident about different cultural communications and environments worldwide. If you'd like to learn more about using languages and cultural skills and services for international trade, visit RLN London's business pages. Doing business in Poland 5 March 2009 Are you trading in or thinking about entering the Polish market but feel unsure about how to communicate effectively? Run by UK Trade & Investment in London, this seminar will teach you the cultural nuances of doing business in Poland. The session is also designed to help delegates develop intercultural skills, and feel more confident about different cultural communications and environments worldwide. If you'd like to learn more about using languages and cultural skills and services for international trade, visit RLN London's business pages. Doing business in Russia17 February 2009 In 2007, UK exports to Russia reached an all-time £2.8bn high, an increase of 36% from 2006. Russia is now the UK's 16th largest export market. Are you considering doing business in Russia but feeling concerned about dealing with a different business culture? Run by UK Trade & Investment, the 'Doing business in Russia' seminar will teach you about the cultural and linguistic nuances of doing business in Russia and help you to acquire practical tools for recognising culturally sensitive issues. RLN London can also give you tips and advice on international trade. 14-19 alternative accreditations in languagesThursday 12 February 2009, 09.45 - 16:00 This free event will explore the wide range of alternative courses to GCSE and A level that are currently available and also looks at other awards which can be used to motivate your students. It also comprises a choice of workshops which will give more in depth and practical details about two of the accreditation options available: 'International Business Communications' and the 'Certificate in Business Language Competence'. Diploma in Languages - final consultation9 February 2009 The Diploma in Languages is an exciting new qualification for students aged 14 to 19, due to be launched in schools from 2011. Four consultation events are taking place in February, with one held in London on 9 February 2009. These events follow on from previous consultation events and give a final opportunity for those in business, schools, higher education, further education and others to feed back on the proposed learning in the Diploma. You can find out more about the Diploma in Languages at www.diploma-in-languages.co.uk. Register
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in the left hand column) Doing business in BrazilThursday 22 January 2009 Brazil is a high growth market with opportunities in industries including power generation machinery, medicinal and pharmaceutical products. It will also need to build the infrastructure required to deliver the World Cup in 2014. Are you thinking about entering the Brazilian market but feel apprehensive about how to communicate effectively? Run by UK Trade & Investment, the 'Doing business in Brazil' seminar will teach you about the cultural and linguistic nuances of doing business in Brazil. RLN London can also give you tips and advice on international trade. Doing business in ChinaWednesday 14 January 2009 As China's economy continues to expand, the demand for energy resources, infrastructure, technology and goods and services is also growing. Are you thinking about entering Chinese markets but feel apprehensive about how to communicate effectively? Run by UK Trade & Investment, the 'Doing business in China' seminar will teach you about the cultural and linguistic nuances of doing business in China. RLN London can also give you tips and advice on international trade. British Sign Language: a modern foreign language? 9 January 2009 This workshop will draw upon the Language, Linguistics and Area Studies Subject Centre's current project BSL:QED (Quality Embedding of the Discipline) which aims to establish a new on-line curriculum for the teaching of British Sign Language (BSL) in higher education. There is currently no standardised curriculum for BSL in this sector. Community Health Interpreting Course2 September to 16 December 2008 The Language Service at FinFuture in partnership with Camden Primary Care Trust is offering a training course, with funding from the London Development Agency, for people interested in working as an interpreter. They are looking for people who:
Introduction to customer care for bilingual Londoners4 November 2008 to 5 February 2009 This programme by Making Training Work will combine short courses in Customer Service, Food Safety, First Aid, Health & Safety, along with a comprehensive language support and employability section. Those attending are also offered the chance to participate in a work placement at various London tourist attractions. This is ideal for people who wish to use their languages as well as English to work in the hospitality, leisure and tourism sectors. This programme will run from 4 November 2008 to 5 February 2009. It will take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays in Hanbury Street near Brick Lane. Interviews will be held in October. Living Language Exhibition6 October 2008 - 10 January 2009 In recognition of 2008 as the United Nations' International Year of Languages, this exhibition celebrates our linguistic and cultural diversity and encourages visitors to explore their own languages and those of others. 'Living Language' combines text and audio materials, interactive displays and artists' works inspired by language. It explores the ways that humans communicate, the diversity of our scripts and voices and the role of language in expressing our cultural identities. Four years in the global spotlight: 2012 Games10 December: 9.45am - 6pm The event will focus on opportunities for the Further Education (FE) and Higher Education (HE) sectors created by the hosting of the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Speakers will deliver presentations designed to spark ideas and discussions on FE/HE engagement with 2012. Keynote presentations are from Lord Coe and DIUS Minister David Lammy. There will also be a 'student panel' including a number of athletes who competed in Beijing this year, as well as students who performed various different roles in the delivery of the 2008 Games. Visit our 2012 Games area for more on languages and the Games. Doing business in IndiaTuesday 9 December 2008 India's economy is one of the fastest expanding in the world. Are you thinking about entering Indian markets but feel apprehensive about how to communicate effectively? Run by UK Trade & Investment, the 'Doing business in India' seminar will teach you about the cultural and linguistic nuances of doing business in India and help you to acquire practical tools for recognising culturally sensitive issues. RLN London can also give you tips and advice on international trade. German Film Festival 28 November - 4 December 2008 The 11th festival of German films will take place in London this year. For a taste of German cinematic culture, find out wha's happening across the capital by checking out the websites below. Opportunities for languages in the new 14-19 DiplomasWednesday 3 December 2008, 12.30 - 16.30 An essential event for both teachers and language programme managers, this free seminar will give in-depth information about the make-up of the new Diplomas and explain where languages sit within them. Attendees will receive guidance on which language qualifications can be used and how the inclusion of languages in Diplomas can contribute to performance indicators. There will also be information on resources and guidance on curriculum development. Babylon to Bethnal Green: Does language unite or divide multicultural societies?Tuesday 2 December, 19:00 A high-profile panel will use Babylon as the starting point for a discussion of contemporary issues around language and identity. This event is chaired by Jon Snow, writer and broadcaster, with an introductory talk by Neil MacGregor, Director of the British Museum. Video conference interpreting in legal settings - a new professional profile27 November 2008 The Association of Police and Court Interpreters is hosting an event aimed at bringing professionals up to date on video conferencing technology, an increasingly popular medium among police forces around the country. Sabine Braun, lecturer at the University of Surrey, will lead the talk. 'Translating and the computer' conference27-28 November 2008 Now in its 30th year, this conference organised by Aslib covers a wide range of translation and technology-related topics through its conference programme and exhibition. The translator as a strategic partner 22 - 23 November 2008 This conference on the practices and technologies of translation quality is sponsored by the Chartered Institute of Linguists, the Institute of Translation and Interpreting and ProZ. Ideal for both translation buyers and professionals, the programme includes a range of speakers and exhibition stands. Copyright issues for interpreters15 November 2008 This event organised by the Interpreting Division of the Chartered Institute of Linguists will look at the copyright issues associated with conference and other commercial interpreting. Westminster Sonus will share its views of the rapidly changing copyright issues for conference interpreters. There will also be an interactive CPD session, on 'Negotiating interpreting contracts and copyright in the commercial sector'. 1st Year Celebration of the National Network for Translation5 November 2008 This celebration of the 1st year of the National Network for Translation will feature keynote presentations by Heather McGuinness of Routes into Languages, Dr Catherine Greensmith of the Institute of Translation and Interpreting and Fiona Harris of the European Commission. The new Graduate Placement Scheme portal will also be launched. Workshop on trade with Mexico4 November 2008 Mexico is a high growth market for export trade, and UK Trade and Investment in London are running an event for businesses wanting to learn more about this territory. Ivan Ramirez, one of the most experienced Commercial Officers at the British Embassy in Mexico and David Hallam, International Trade Adviser at UKTI London, will run a roundtable discussion at this free workshop. RLN London also produces a range of cultural briefings on territories around the world. Winter Language Recruitment Fair31 October - 1 November 2008 The Language Recruitment Fair is an exciting exhibition dedicated to language recruitment and will be held at London's Kensington Olympia in conjunction with The Language Show 2008. The fair showcases numerous national and international businesses interested in recruiting people with language skills, all under one roof. If you speak languages and are interested in finding a great job that matches your skills, this event is a must. For recruiters and employers, it is a perfect opportunity to meet and recruit skilled language professionals with experience across a range of industries. Breakfast briefing - China21 October 2008 The Institute of Directors is hosting a breakfast briefing on China as part of its International Insight series of events - helping you to make the most of new investment opportunities and overcome barriers to trade. The event is supported by the China-Britain Business Council and HiFX. RLN London also produces a range of cultural briefings on territories around the world, including China. European Day of Languages26 September 2008 The European Day of Languages is celebrated throughout the UK and in 45 countries across Europe . If you are planning any kind of language or culture-related event, why not join in with thousands of others and do it on the European Day of Languages? 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the Council of Europe calendar for details of planned activities Languages of the wider world: valuing diversity15 - 16 September 2008 Organised jointly by the Subject Centre for Languages, Linguistics and Area Studies (LLAS) and the SOAS-UCL Centre for Excellence in Teaching and Learning Languages of the Wider World (LWW-CETL), this conference will bring together teachers, researchers, educational developers and policy makers to discuss practical and strategic issues relating to languages of the wider world in UK higher education. While each language has its own particular needs, the conference aims to identify common issues in order to facilitate collaboration, raise the profile, and make the case for increased provision of languages of the wider world at HE level. Proposals for short presentations are also invited for the Day 1 seminars. Russian Film Festival 18 - 28 September 2008 10 award-winning films produced in 2007 and 2008 will be premiered in London, giving the capital an opportunity to see and judge the very best of new Russian cinema. The programme promises a variety of styles, genres and themes, presenting the multifaceted nature of Russian culture today. The Official Programme of the RFF 2008 will be announced in early September. 'Opportunity Arabia 5' 28 August 2008 One day seminar on Saudi Arabia organised by The Middle East Association. This is the fifth in a series of seminars which are designed to promote the Saudi marketplace to British exporters, and to raise British companies' awareness of business opportunities available in the region. Introduction to customer care for bilingual Londoners 22 June to 16 July 2008 This programme will combine short courses in Welcome Host, Food Hygiene, First Aid, Health and Safety, along with a comprehensive language support and employability section. Beneficiaries are also offered the chance to participate in a work placement at various London tourist attractions. This is ideal for people who wish to use their languages as well as English to work in the hospitality, leisure and tourism sectors. This will be a four-week programme, lasting from 22 June to 16 July 2008. It will take place on Mondays and Wednesdays in Canary Wharf. Interviews will be held in early June. Queen's Award for Enterprise16 July 2008 The application process for the Queen's Awards for Enterprise 2009 has started. The Queen's Award for Enterprise is recognised and respected as a mark of quality and success by businesses in the UK and overseas. To help you see whether you might like to enter your business for the award, UK Trade & Investment in partnership with the London Development Agency is holding a free evening seminar and networking event in conjunction with The Queen's Awards Office on Wednesday 16 July at The Inner Temple.
The event will offer an opportunity to hear from past winners about the application process and the commercial benefits of holding the Award. There will also be an opportunity to ask questions about the Awards Scheme from members of The Queen's Awards Office. Whether you can attend the event or not, the closing date for applications is 31 October 2008. Translation Technology Course - Computer skills for translators12 July 2008 This one-day course will focus on the kind of computing skills needed by translators and other language professionals when working within the Windows and Microsoft Office environments. Items covered will include: customising regional and language options in Windows; character encoding and inserting accented characters; advanced features of Microsoft Word, including proofing tools; using Microsoft Excel to manage terminology. Pittura Italiana in Italiano - Italian Paintings in Italian Thursday 10th July 2008, 6:30 to 9pm. A workshop on Italian paintings in central London organised by ‘Succeed in Languages’ for intermediate to advanced speakers of Italian. 'Transitions and connections' - Languages in Higher Education Conference8 - 9 July 2008 The fourth biennial Languages in Higher Education Conference will take place at the University of York on 8-9 July. The national conference, 'Transitions and connections', is jointly organised by CILT, the National Centre for Languages and the Subject Centre for Languages, Linguistics and Area Studies, in association with key subject associations in languages in higher education. 'Transitions and connections' is designed for anyone involved with languages in higher education, both in the UK and internationally, and for those working in sectors which border on higher education, such as secondary schools, further and adult education. It is also aimed at representatives of business and languages professions. Translation Technology Course - Beginners' Déjà Vu X5 July 2008 By the end of the day participants should be able to use the basic functions of Déjà Vu X including how to create projects, translate documents, use the translation memory etc. Demonstration files for translation out of English will be provided, but delegates are welcome to bring their own material along so that they can get a feel of how the software handles their type of work. Shine Week 30 June - 4 July Take part in this week-long national festival celebrating all the talents in all young people from 30 June - 4 July. You can create a local event to celebrate the talents in your school or organisation. CILT's European Day of Languages resources and Languages Work materials may help give you inspiration in celebrating language learning and the talent of your students. During Shine week, well known faces including celebrities and government ministers will be involved in a high profile media campaign to celebrate the best of talent in all young people. International Month 2008Throughout June Held during June, International Month 2008 is organised by UK Trade & Investment's London region and is aimed at new and inexperienced exporters. Comprising conferences, workshops and seminars, the month will cover a wide range of sectors and markets. If your company is interested in breaking into new markets overseas, this month-long series of events in June will provide the perfect opportunity to discover the potential of high-growth countries and sectors, gain practical tips and access services that will help you expand with confidence. Trade finance with China is featured on 24 June, with branding in India on 26 June. City and Gulf Co-operation Council Countries Conference 19 June 2008 The Middle East Association with the support of the City of London Corporation will be staging the third annual City and Gulf Co-operation Council Countries Conference at the Merchant Taylors' Hall in London on 19 June 2008. The conference follows the June 2007 event which brought together over 200 financial sector representatives from the Gulf and their City of London counterparts. Chinese Conference 200820-21 June 2008 The Chinese Networks and SSAT Confucius Institute fifth annual Chinese conference, held in association with UK Federation of Chinese Schools, takes place across an evening and a full day to give delegates opportunities to network with Chinese teaching colleagues from across the country. For any queries regarding bookings, please contact Melanie Buck on 020 7802 0852 or scnevents@ssatrust.org.uk. Free 5-day training course for Community Languages teachersStarting 17 June 2008 This course run by CILT, the National Centre for Languages and London Metropolitan University is aimed at teachers entering Initial Teacher Education in both mainstream and complementary/supplementary school sectors. There is no course fee - but there are only 35 places, so book now to reserve your place. Community languages: Developing practice for the 21st century11 June 2008 This is the third national conference on community languages education for colleagues working in Local Authority, primary, secondary and/or supplementary school contexts and will launch a new national support resource for maintained and supplementary schools working together in partnership. The programme offers national updates, input on strategic developments for managers and continuing professional development for classroom teachers, as well as invaluable opportunities to network across sectors. ICT workshops for teachers of Community Languages Saturday 7 June (Urdu), Saturday 5 July (all languages) These workshops are for teachers of Community Languages working in mainstream or community schools. These are whole day workshops which combine short presentations with hands-on practice. There is a charge of £15 for the day including tea and coffee. For more information or to book a place, contact Laura Cattell l.cattell@gold.ac.uk or
call 020 7919 7114. Starting work as a translator or interpreter Saturday 7 June 2008, 10am-5pm Are you interested in working as a translator or interpreter,
but unsure how to start? This one-day seminar will provide the
answers. You will hear about: Fee: Free for students; £20 for ITI members; £25 for non-members. The fee includes VAT, lunch and refreshments. CILT Adult Education Languages Show Friday 6 June This year's show offers a varied programme of plenary sessions and workshops for all those involved in devising and delivering languages programmes for adults, whether through FE colleges, local authorities, specialist schools and academies, voluntary organisations or private providers. A free exhibition gives you the chance to browse the latest resources for teaching, promoting and supporting languages in adult education. Translation Technology Course - Beginners' Wordfast31 May 2008 This course will help translators, language professionals, and others develop their knowledge of the Wordfast Translation Memory system. During the course, participants will gain an understanding of what a translation memory is, learn how to create translation memories and translate Word files using Wordfast and become familiar with creating translation memories from existing translations. Language Taster Sessions21 May 2008 from 2:30pm (free information and advice on
course options from 2:00pm) Try your hand at Spanish, French, German, Italian! No previous knowledge required. The Open University offers courses for complete beginners up to advanced level in Spanish, French and German. Italian is now available from beginners' to improvers' level. Lecturers and advisers are also available to offer information and advice about studying languages with the Open University. Creative Writing for Translators (ITI London Regional Grouping (LRG))Saturday, 17 May 2008 This workshop gives the opportunity to practise the craft of writing and show you how this can improve the quality of translations. Ann Pattison, a freelance translator and writer, as well as a lecturer at the University of Westminster, will teach some of the tricks of the writer's trade. The workshop is free to LRG members (£10 to non-members). Adult Learners' Week17 - 23 May 2008 Adult Learners' Week is the UK's largest and longest running learning campaign. Held each May, it encourages thousands of adults, whatever their age and background, to give learning a go: whether it's learning for pleasure, catching up on skills missed out on at school or for getting that new job or promotion. RLN London talked to Katherine Malins at John Laing plc to find out more about their 'Language Club' which she set up to encourage colleagues to build their language knowledge while having a bit of fun and socialising at the same time. You can read the full story on our website. Is there something your business could do during Adult Learners' Week to encourage language learning? Multiverse Conference9 May 2008 Multiverse (funded by the Training and Development Agency for Schools) is an Initial Teacher Education Professional Resource Network created to meet the challenge of raising the achievement of pupils from diverse backgrounds. Its national conference aims to:
Intercultural Cities Conference1-3 May 2008 As part of the European Year of Intercultural Dialogue, the Intercultural Cities Conference will look at migration, diversity and urban life in a fresh way. The conference is organised by EUCLID and Comedia, in association with the Liverpool Culture Company, and with the support of the European Commission and the Council of Europe. Taking place in this year's European Capital of Culture the conference will not only provide an opportunity to look at how different cultures can live together but how mixing can be turned to economic, social and cultural advantage. Interpreting in courts and police stations - Professional behaviourSaturday 26 April 2008 , 13.30 - 17.00 This event will provide an opportunity for a structured and in-depth discussion of various problems encountered by interpreters in courts and police stations relating to professional behaviour. Fee: £45 for members, £60 for non-members, including VAT. Agendas for research in Modern Languages25 April 2008 During 2006 the Subject Centre for Languages, Linguistics and Area Studies and the University Council of Modern Languages undertook a Review into Modern Language Research. The Review concluded that research in Modern Languages in UK HEIs is in remarkably good health. Beginning with a presentation of the Review from Professors Michael Kelly and Roger Woods, this major strategic event will examine new and continuing agendas for research in Modern Languages. Global Skills: World Class Learning23 April 2008 This important event for colleges, providers and strategic partners from across the Further Education (FE) sector provides a consultative forum for the first ever FE International Strategy due to be published by the Department for Innovation, Universities and Skills. Keynote speakers include Bill Rammell, MP Minister of State for Lifelong Learning, Further and Higher Education and Chris Humphries CBE, Chief Executive of the UK Commission for Employment and Skills. Supporting international students: staff development training (workshop by LLAS Subject Centre)18 April 2008 This event is intended for teaching staff who work with international students. It will present a training pack commissioned by the Subject Centre for use by education developers (workshop mode) or by individual staff (online mode). It will be of particular interest to anyone new to working with international students. There is no charge for employees and postgraduate students of publicly funded UK educational institutions. The fee for employees and postgraduate students of private institutions/organisations and non-UK institutions is £40.00. Islamic Studies: The way forward in the UK (HEFCE)17 April 2008 This conference will draw on research outlining worldwide approaches to Islamic studies in higher education, and covers the following themes:
Designing your own web pages (for translators)Saturday, 12 April 2008 The focus of this course is on learning how to create a Web page without knowing the details of HTML code and Cascading Style Sheets (CSS). Attendees will gain a basic understanding of HTML as well as accessibility issues, use of Web page templates, compatibility with different browsers and developing traffic to their website. Language World conference and exhibition11 - 12 April 2008 Language World is the annual conference and exhibition of the Association for Language Learning. It is one of the major events of the language teaching calendar and provides excellent professional development and networking opportunities. It brings together practitioners from across the language teaching world - policy and decision makers, teachers, advisers, teacher trainers, PGCE students, materials writers, publishers, information specialists. The theme of this annual event will be ‘Pulling the Threads Together’. Terminology management for the translator Saturday, 5 April 2008 This one-day course will begin by covering the basics of efficient terminology mining on the WWW. Participants will be shown how to use Lingo 4.0 to manage terminology by storing translations of single terms or phrases and recall them at will for re-use in subsequent translations. Society for Co-operation in Russian and Soviet Studies (SCRSS) Russian Seminar2 - 3 April 2008 The SCRSS Russian Seminar 2008 is a two-day intensive programme of lectures in Russian on contemporary Russian society, culture and linguistics, given by lecturers from St Petersburg University. The seminar is aimed at teachers of Russian, final-year undergraduates and graduates of Russian who have a good aural understanding of the language and want to keep abreast of the latest developments in Russia . China in London 20086 February - 8 April 2008 The year 2008 provides a unique reason to celebrate Chinese arts, heritage and culture at venues throughout the capital as Beijing prepares to stage the Olympic Games in August and the handover to London as host city for the Games in 2012. The ' China in London ' season is underway now, with celebrations and events at many different cultural institutions, galleries, museums and visitor attractions. The season started on 6 February with the annual lighting up of Chinese lanterns at Oxford Circus. This was followed by the Chinese New Year celebrations in central London for Year of the Rat, on 10 February - the largest Chinese New Year celebrations outside Asia . Laughing in a foreign language - 30 Artists explore humour around the world25 January - 13 April 2008 Laughing in a Foreign Language investigates the whole spectrum of humour, from jokes, gags and slapstick to irony, wit and satire. The exhibition brings together more than 70 videos, photographs and interactive installation works by more than 30 artists from all around the world. Artists include: Makoto Aida (Japan), John Bock (Germany), Candice Breitz (South Africa), Olaf Breuning (Switzerland), Jake and Dinos Chapman (UK), Marcus Coates (UK), Doug Fishbone (US), Matthew Griffin (Australia), Ugo Rondinone (Switzerland), Julian Rosefeldt (Germany), David Shrigley (UK) and Jun Yang (China). Interpreters' Conference (ITI London Regional Grouping (LRG))Saturday, 29 March 2008, 10.30am to 4.30pm The conference gives a complete overview of interpreting work. Speakers will be drawn from the full spectrum of the interpreting world - from conference and business interpreting to diplomatic interpreting, interpreting for the tourism industry, health interpreting and police and court interpreting. The conference fee for the whole day is £15 for LRG members, £25 for non-LRG members. Meet the client' evening (ITI London Regional Grouping (LRG))19 March 2008 Representatives from four translation companies will explain what they are looking for in freelance translators and describe some of the dos and don'ts of approaching translation companies for freelance work. Companies represented will include Atlas Translations, Comtec and Dora Wirth Languages. The event is free to LRG members, (£5 to non-members). Working effectively with UAE, Qatar and Bahrain13 March 2008 Join UKTI's London International Trade Team for a unique one-day intercultural awareness seminar. This seminar will concentrate on practical behavioural tools to enable you to develop your cross-cultural awareness skills - so that you can work more productively with potential clients from the Gulf States. RLN London has also collated a range of pdf cultural briefings covering territories including the Middle East and UAE. UKTI market visit to India18 - 21 February 2008 Taking place from 18 - 21 February 2008, this market visit will be to Chennai, India . Chennai is the capital of the State of Tamil Nadu and is the third largest commercial and industrial centre in India . The visit is open to companies offering professional business services, eg. accountancy, education, human resources, legal services, recruitment, training. Trading in Greater China21 February 2008 China is seeing an annual growth of 15% in its retail market. By 2010, it is also due to become the third largest retail market in the world. UKTI is offering a workshop ‘Retail Opportunities in Greater China - China , Taiwan Hong Kong & Macau’. The day’s agenda will cover topics such as doing business in China , business opportunities, using Hong Kong or Taiwan as a soft-landing zone into mainland China , and finding partners. Break-out sessions in the afternoon will also explore part of the morning’s agenda in further detail. ITI Professional Development Course 2008Saturday 9 February - Sunday 9 March 2008 The course is intended for people who are starting out in translation or interpreting, returning after a break, converting from a career elsewhere - or indeed for anyone wanting to update and develop their knowledge. The course provides:
Foreign language assistant seminarsJanuary to March 2008 Throughout January, February and March of 2008, CILT will be running a series of free nationwide seminars for non-native speakers of English interested in learning about how to qualify to teach languages. If you are or have been a Foreign Language Assistant, or are a native speaker of a language other than English and are thinking about training to be a teacher in England, then these seminars are for you. London dates include 4 February, 22 February and 27 February. Chartered Institute of Linguists : Literary translation eventSaturday, 9 February 2008 at 10.30 am The Translating Division of the CIoL is delighted to present this event devoted to literary translation. The various facets of the work involved are represented by the speakers, ranging from the translator, the teacher, the publisher to the promoter. Thriving business opportunities in Hong Kong for Fashion, Food & Creative companiesThursday 7 February 2008 Hong Kong is a very cosmopolitan business centre with high demand for sophisticated products, international brands and labels. It is a dynamic and accessible market and in 2006, it was UK’s 16th largest trading partner in terms of goods. Hong Kong and the UK are close trading partners and as well as being a major market in its own right, it serves as a trading gateway to the Pearl River Delta, the most economically dynamic region in China accounting for 35.8% of total trade. Joann Kok, UKTI’s Commercial Officer in Hong Kong, will be holding a free workshop discussing business opportunities and challenges for UK companies - followed by opportunities for one-to-one consultation. Chartered Linguist: what’s it all about; what’s in it for me?Tuesday, 29 January 2008 , 6.30 for 7pm Alan Wheatley, ITI’s General Secretary, and Amanda Conrad, ITI’s representative on the joint ITI/CIoL committee setting the criteria for admission as Chartered Linguist, will present the new Chartered Linguist category. They will also provide information as to how people might work towards and apply for Chartered Linguist status. Consultation on draft National Occupational Standards for Intercultural Working23 January 2008 , 10:30 - 13:00 These Standards are important for working effectively with people from different countries and cultures. A consultation event on the new draft Standards is being held on 23 January at CILT. It is vital that they are useful and relevant to people working in all sectors - private, public, voluntary and community. Please come along to hear more and to make your input into the new Standards. Lunch will be provided. Minding the gap: ethnicity and gender disparities in degree attainment 22 January 2008 This conference will share with the sector findings and recommendations of a one-year project focussing on differences in degree attainment by minority ethnic groups and by gender. The conference will bring together issues, key evidence and recommendations for action by HEIs and relevant sectoral bodies. A mix of plenaries, discussion sessions and case study presentations will offer opportunities to explore ways of tackling differential attainment. New National Standards for Translation18 December 2007 A launch event for the revised National Occupational Standards for Translation is being held at CILT, the National Centre for Languages' new premises on 18 December at 4pm . Places are strictly limited. To find out more about National Occupational Standards and how to download the latest version, visit our Private Providers area. Tour de France6 - 8 July 2007 The Tour de France, while integral to French culture, has always been more than simply a French affair. Each year the first leg of the event starts somewhere different, either in France or another country reflecting the broad appeal of the Tour. In 2006 it was in Strasbourg, France. The year before it was Liège, Belgium. In 2007 it is coming to London and Kent. Between 6 - 8 July, there'll be plenty happening beyond the race itself - thanks to strong support from the Mayor of London, Transport for London, London Development Agency and many other organisations. Highlights include a range of festivals and events to promote the Tour - encompassing the sharing of art, culture and of course food. The dedicated Tour de France London website is also available in both French and English - providing a great means of introducing students to French culture and the language at the same time - all on their doorstep. Event schedule Opening ceremony The opening ceremony will light up Trafalgar Square with a spectacular celebration of Tour de France arrivals in London. Prologue The Tour de France opens with an unmissable individual race around the streets of central London, with London's world famous landmarks providing a stunning and inspiring backdrop. Stage 1 Caravan parade departs the Mall at 08:40: Riders sign on at the Podium between 09.25-10.20: Riders depart the Mall (Départ Fictif) at 10:25: Tower Bridge Ceremony 10:40-10:50: Départ Réel at Romney Road, opposite Maritime Museum, Greenwich at 11:00 The first stage of the Tour de France will take riders on a journey from London to Canterbury through some of Kent's most spectacular scenery. Making the most of Community Languages11 June 2007 When Londoners are conservatively estimated to speak 300 languages, it begs the question - how can we harness this linguistic diversity for new business, employment and training opportunities?
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Professor Itesh Sachdev, SOAS 'Making the most of Community Language skills': Summary report Diana Muallem, Consultant Download
presentation (ppt, 804kb) Professor Itesh Sachdev, School of African and Oriental Studies |
With
these objectives in mind, Regional Language Network held this
very successful consultation event with over 40 delegates in
attendance.
We
have published a report with clear recommendations for a way
forward for Community Languages in London. You can download this
document below, alongside presentations from our keynotes speakers. 