It is the mission of PARID to provide state and local forums and an organizational structure for the continued growth and development of the profession of interpretation and transliteration of American Sign Language and English. The philosophy of PARID is that excellence in the delivery of interpretation services among people who are Deaf/Hard of Hearing and people who are hearing will ensure effective communication. As an affiliate chapter of the professional association for interpreters and transliterators, PARID serves as an essential arena for its members in the pursuit of excellence. It is the goal of PARID to promote the profession of interpreting and transliterating American Sign Language and English. |
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RID ANNOUNCES NEW CEO | PARID Board Members President: Megan Toomey Treasurer: Chris Rutledge Corresponding Secretary & Membership: Courtney Tarselli Recording Secretary: Gloriana McElheney District 1 Representative: Ryan O'Keefe District 5 Representative: Christine Adzema If you would like to highlight the events and interpreting program at your college or university within the state, please submit video and transcript to webmaster@parid.org MEET THE BOARD
President: Megan Toomey Megan Toomey is a Philadelphia native, mother to one son, and a 2003 graduate of the Community College of Philadelphia. She holds an A.A.S in ASL/English Interpreting. Megan earned her NIC Advanced certification in 2010.Megan has worked in a variety of settings, not limited to: mental health, education and video relay Currently, Megan works as an educational interpreter for the School District of Philadelphia. She was elected PARID's President in 2016. |
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