Special Interest Groups (SIGs)
We invite you to join our Special Interest Groups (SIGs) to connect with like-minded individuals and further your professional development.
Please fill out the form below to express your interest.
SIG on Translation Excellence and Advocacy (TEA)
TEA : Redefine industry standards by ensuring fairness, transparency, and ethical practices. The initiative focuses on empowering freelancers and MSMEs (small businesses) and addressing critical challenges in the translation sector. Through the establishment of clear guidelines, TEA aims to elevate India's position as a global leader in the translation industry.
Key Objectives
Set Fair Standards
Establish standardized guidelines, unified norms for payment cycles, efficiency and productivity to ensure transparency and fairness.
Empower Freelancers & MSMEs
Safeguard new entrants from exploitation and support the growth of smaller businesses through knowledge share and guidance.
Restore Work-Life Harmony
Advocate for professional boundaries and realistic timelines to promote a healthy work-life balance.
Position India as a Global Leader
Collaborate with global industry pioneers to set benchmarks for professionalism and excellence, positioning India as a key player in the global translation market.
SIG Members
Surbhi Arora
SIG Leader (Lead Role)
Madhu Sundaramurthy
Supporting Partner
Sandeep Nulkar
Advisor Partner
SIG on Oriental Language Cooperation (OLC)
OLC mission to redefine the translation industry can greatly benefit from your unique understanding of the Oriental community. With your deep knowledge and connections within regions like East Asia, South Asia, and Southeast Asia, OLC can reach new stakeholders, foster better communication, and improve engagement across diverse markets. Below is an assessment of how skill set can add value, along with essential roles and community engagement strategies.
Key Objectives
Expanding Stakeholder Engagement
Connect with key stakeholders across East Asia, South Asia, and Southeast Asia to broaden CITLoB’s network and market presence.
Opening New Communication Channels
Develop localized strategies and build community alliances to enhance communication with Mandarin, Japanese, Korean, and Hindi/Urduspeaking audiences.
Facilitating Cultural and Linguistic Diversity
Expand CITLoB’s service offerings by including languages like Mandarin, Cantonese, Japanese, Korean, and Hindi/Urdu, ensuring culturally relevant translations.
Promoting Globalization of CITLoB’s Vision
Drive CITLoB’s expansion into Asian markets, tailoring services to regional needs and positioning the company as a global leader in translation.
SIG Members
Soham Kakade
SIG Leader
Padma Balakrishnan
Supporting Partner
Sunil Kulkarni
Advisor Partner