Common Components of a Language Access Plan

Common Components of a Language Access Plan

Download your language access plan guide In the US, everyone has the right to language access. Having language access for those with Limited English Proficiency (LEP) or other communication challenges helps to reduce disparities within social determinants of health...
What is the California Voter’s Choice Act?

What is the California Voter’s Choice Act?

California Voter’s Choice Act (VCA)   California lawmakers approved the Voter’s Choice Act (VCA) in 2016, known as Senate Bill 450. The VCA “modernizes elections in California by allowing counties to conduct elections under a model which provides greater...
10 Ways to Plan for Election Translations

10 Ways to Plan for Election Translations

Providing language access to election materials helps to ensure more equitable elections in the U.S. If a person has a hard time understanding a ballot, that person will be less likely to vote. Unfortunately, this leaves a portion of the limited English proficiency...
Reducing Health Disparities with Multilingual Outreach

Reducing Health Disparities with Multilingual Outreach

To reduce disparities within social determinants of health (SDOH), everyone needs equal access to opportunities and information. And for those with Limited English Proficiency (LEP), language challenges can contribute to many SDOHs. Healthcare is one of many areas...
Key Translation Takeaways from the California Recall Election

Key Translation Takeaways from the California Recall Election

By Avantpage The translation process for election materials can be challenging due to short turnaround times and pressure to complete the work. We understand, because as a language service provider (LSP), we’ve been there. For example, we recently translated the...