Special Interest Groups (SIGs).

We invite you to join our Special Interest Groups (SIGs) to connect with like-minded professionals, shape industry standards, and further your professional development.

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SIGs are member-led circles that meet regularly and welcome active participation. Register your interest to take part — or watch a recent CITLoB quarterly industry meet to see the community in action.

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CITLoB Quarterly Language Industry Meet — SIG launch session

Hands joined over a connected globe — collaboration
SIG · TEA

SIG on Translation Excellence & Advocacy (TEA)

TEA aims to 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 works to elevate India's position as a global leader in the translation industry.

Key objectives
1

Set fair standards

Standardised guidelines and unified norms for payment cycles, efficiency and productivity to ensure transparency and fairness.

2

Empower freelancers & MSMEs

Safeguard new entrants from exploitation and support the growth of smaller businesses through knowledge-sharing and guidance.

3

Restore work-life harmony

Advocate for professional boundaries and realistic timelines to promote a healthy work-life balance.

4

Position India as a global leader

Collaborate with global industry pioneers to set benchmarks for professionalism, positioning India as a key player in the global market.

SIG members
Surbhi Arora
Surbhi Arora
SIG Leader
Madhu Sundaramurthy
Madhu Sundaramurthy
Supporting Partner
Sandeep Nulkar
Sandeep Nulkar
Advisor Partner
Hands joined over a connected globe — cooperation across regions
SIG · OLC

SIG on Oriental Language Cooperation (OLC)

OLC works to expand CITLoB's reach across the Oriental community. Drawing on deep knowledge and connections within regions like East Asia, South Asia and Southeast Asia, the group helps CITLoB reach new stakeholders, foster better communication, and improve engagement across diverse markets.

Focus areas
1

Expanding stakeholder engagement

Connect with key stakeholders across East Asia, South Asia and Southeast Asia to broaden CITLoB's network and market presence.

2

Opening new communication channels

Develop localised strategies and community alliances to enhance communication with Mandarin, Japanese, Korean and Hindi/Urdu-speaking audiences.

3

Cultural & linguistic diversity

Expand CITLoB's service offerings to include Mandarin, Cantonese, Japanese, Korean and Hindi/Urdu, ensuring culturally relevant translations.

4

Globalising CITLoB's vision

Drive CITLoB's expansion into Asian markets, tailoring services to regional needs and positioning the association as a global leader.

SIG members
Soham Kakade
Soham Kakade
SIG Leader
Padma Balakrishnan
Padma Balakrishnan
Supporting Partner
Sunil Kulkarni
Sunil Kulkarni
Advisor Partner

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Join a Special Interest Group and help shape the future of India's language industry. Open to CITLoB members and the wider community.

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