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TIP SHEET: Interpretation and sensitive topics – PL
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TIP SHEET Interpretation and sensitive topics – HU
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Bangladesh and Myanmar: language needs across borders
The Rohingya are marginalized in Myanmar society, as reflected in their lack of legal status and recognition as citizens. Across the border in Bangladesh, they are also unable to participate fully in society due to their lack of legal status and recognition as refugees. In both contexts, language barriers reinforce that exclusion. In March 2019, […]
Getting community engagement right from the start: a reflection on the Cyclone Idai humanitarian response
The global response to displacement and language barriers – three reasons for hope
“How can we contribute if we can’t participate?” The accessibility of humanitarian guidance to local and national organisations
PSEA recommendations: Language issues for safeguarding
TWB’s research shows that a language sensitive response to Ebola outbreaks could improve understanding and trust in key messages. It will enhance the accessibility of RCCE and AAP mechanisms, including the reporting of SEAH and support to survivors. Learning from the outbreak in DRC, TWB would recommend the actions to take as part of protection […]
Rohingya refugee crisis response – an update
The Translators without Border team is implementing a program in Cox’s Bazar Bangladesh that will develop language capacity and resources in the language and format that the Rohingya people can understand. The program aims to bridge the language gap between humanitarian responders and those affected by the refugee crisis. Here is an update on how […]
What Matters? Humanitarian Feedback bulletin
BBC Media Action, Internews, and Translators without Borders are working together to improve two-way communication between the Rohingya refugees, the host communities, and the humanitarian actors. What Matters? provides a snapshot of feedback received from affected community members, to assist sectors to better plan and implement relief activities with communities’ needs and preferences in mind. […]
TIP SHEET: Interpretation and sensitive topics – EN
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