General Information

The Chicago Area Translators and Interpreters Association (CHICATA) was established in 1987 as an independent professional association of individual translators and interpreters with the following goals:

• To promote the recognition of translation and interpretation as professions
• To protect the rights and interests of professional translators and interpreters
• To improve the standards and professional ethics, practices, and competence among translators and interpreters
• To provide an open forum for translators and interpreters for the regular exchange of ideas and experiences

Since then, CHICATA has grown tremendously, not only in number of members but also in its goals, services and importance.

CHICATA was established by and for translators and interpreters. Thus, according to the By-Laws of the Chicago Area Translators and Interpreters Association, independent freelance and in-house translators and interpreters are eligible for membership. Owners, managers and representatives of translation agencies and/or bureaus are NOT eligible for membership, but they may view the onlline directory. CHICATA does not act in any way as an employment agency. CHICATA is governed by an Executive Committee.

Membership

Members enjoy the many benefits that CHICATA offers: Regular meetings, networking, a quarterly newsletter, a membership directory, workshops and an annual Conference. In addition, members obtain discounted rates on CHICATA workshops and Conferences. Some workshops are free to members. Annual membership fee is $40. Please visit the Eligibility and Benefits page.

Searchable Directory

This Directory lists details about each member's services (i.e., languages, simultaneous/consecutive interpretation, translation, narration, voice-overs, language instruction, etc.), education, specializations, professional affiliations, computer equipment, and other relevant data.

We thank you for your interest in CHICATA!

John Bukacek
President

The Chicago Area Translators and Interpreters Association (CHICATA) was established in 1987 as an independent professional association of individual translators and interpreters.