The Spanish Language Division (SPD) of the American Translators Association (ATA) proudly participates in the global celebration of International Translation Day 2023 (ITD2023)!

On this special occasion, we extend our heartfelt gratitude and admiration to our esteemed SPD members. Your unwavering dedication, invaluable contributions, and strong commitment continue to propel the translation and interpreting profession forward.

As we commemorate ITD2023, let us reflect on the power of language, the bridge it forms between cultures, and the role each translator and interpreter play in fostering understanding and connection across the globe. Together, we shape a world where communication knows no boundaries.

Happy International Translation Day 2023! Thank you for your tireless efforts in making the world a more interconnected and inclusive place.

ITD with the ATA!

Since 2018 the American Translators Association has celebrated International Translation Day by publishing a series of social media posts intended to spread information and educate the public about the role of professional translators and interpreters. The ATA celebrated ITD 2018 by releasing a set of six infographics that depict information about the professions. In 2019, ATA released a video depicting “A Day in the Life of a Translator or Interpreter”.

*Source: Wikipedia

ITD 2023 Theme

“Translation unveils the many faces of humanity.”

To celebrate the theme for International Translation Day 2023: Translation unveils the many faces of humanity, FIT Council is pleased to present its ITD Poster for 2023. This year’s poster pays tribute to the many human faces and stories made visible through translation.

To honour International Translation Day (ITD) this year, we wish to recognise the important role that translation plays in our lives, and celebrate our shared humanity.

Translation unveils a world of human experience, allowing us a window into cultures other than those we know. As climate and geopolitical shocks resonate across the globe, it also plays an important role in addressing threats to the peace and security, in diplomacy and multilateralism, sustainable development and humanitarian aid, human dignity and human rights.

Source: FIT ITD 2023 Statement

United Nations – International Translation Day 2023
The role of language professionals

International Translation Day is meant as an opportunity to pay tribute to the work of language professionals, which plays an important role in bringing nations together, facilitating dialogue, understanding and cooperation, contributing to development and strengthening world peace and security.

Thus, on 24 May 2017, the General Assembly adopted resolution 71/288 on the role of language professionals in connecting nations and fostering peace, understanding and development, and declared 30 September as International Translation Day.