PARID

The national association of Sign Language interpreters. They have information on the profession, and maintain a searchable listing of members.

Mano a Mano is a trilingual organization of interpreters that work in Spanish influenced settings in the US, Puerto Rico, South and Central America.

NAOBI is the only national organization that supports sign language interpreters from the African diaspora.

Our purpose is to promote the interests and objectives of, enhanced communication with, and information sharing among RID members who work in educational and instructional settings.

We provide a forum for all interpreters, both deaf and hearing, who interpret in legal and court settings – to collaborate, network, discuss topics relevant to this specialty, and to provide recommendations and input to RID regarding this field.

The purpose of the RID Deaf-Blind Member Section (DBMS) is to act as a national resource for interpreters, consumers and families regarding interpreting needs for individuals who are deaf-blind.

An RID Member Section Group that promotes greater understanding and awareness of the Values of the Deaf Community as well as the Skills, Dedication and Sensibilities that Interpreters with Deaf Parents continue to offer to the interpreting profession.

The Deaf Caucus strives to strengthen the ties between all members of RID, advocate for the needs and interests of RID members who are deaf and provide a vehicle for open discussion and exchange of ideas.

The Laurent Clerc National Deaf Education Center at Gallaudet University provides information, training, and technical assistance for parents and professionals to meet the needs of children who are deaf or hard of hearing.

The NCIHC is a multidisciplinary organization based in the United States whose mission is to promote culturally competent professional health care interpreting.

Summer Programs available for Interpreters, also a Master’s in Interpretation.

Gallaudet University’s College of Professional Studies and Outreach (CPSO) offers a comprehensive array of exemplary personal and professional development, leadership, and outreach programs and services for deaf and hard of hearing individuals, their fami

Located in Rochester NY, and on the campus of the Rochester Institute of Technology, NTID offers post-secondary technical degrees for Deaf students.

College of St. Catherine’s ITP – the CATIE Center website

An incredible collection of terms and conditions, with clear ASL explanations for many medical conditions and treatments.

Sign-up here to receive open-captioned videos, including those related to interpreting.

Formerly called SHHH, they have chapters nationwide to assist people who are losing their hearing.

The ASDC supports and educates families of deaf and hard of hearing children and advocates for high quality programs and services.

A huge collection of deaf-related links. Their motto is "fighting audism through empowerment and education"

The PSAD mission is to maximize the participation and productivity of its Deaf and Hard of Hearing citizens within the larger society of Pennsylvania through education, advocacy, and services.

The PA Office for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing, or ODHH, provides ADVOCACY, INFORMATION and REFERRALS for Pennsylvanians who are deaf, hard-of-hearing or deaf blind, and their families and caregivers.

A large collection of over 400 items on topics such as hearing loss, Deaf culture, coping skills, laws, sign language interpreting, technology, American Sign Language (ASL) & RID-NIC study materials in a variety of formats (DVD, VHS, books, etc)

Craig Shields - 800-442-6351 (V-PA only)

PaTTAN is an initiative of the PA Dept of Education and provides support programs to improve student learning.

Clearinghouse of information - select Pennsylvania to see the links pertaining to our Commonwealth.

Technical assistance provided for post-secondary Deaf and Hard of Hearing students and the postsecondary coordinators who work with them.

This program coordinates & certifies all interpreters in the PA legal system.

PEN is part of a national system of Parent Training and Information Centers that are committed to serving parents of all special needs children.

The Pennsylvania American Sign Language Teachers Association – PA-ASLTA is one of the Chapters under the national organization dedicated to the improvement of the teaching of ASL/Deaf Studies at all levels of instruction.

The Mediation Program for People who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing is designed to provide accessible mediation services in a way that recognizes and respects self-determination and the unique experience, culture and language of people who are Deaf and Har

The Registry of Interpreters of the Deaf regional Webpage