This month on Conversations: Translation and Interpreting, we’re thrilled to welcome Magdalena Rowan, Chair of the NAATI Board and an industry leader with over 40 years of experience in interpreting and translating.

In this episode, Magdalena shares her incredible journey from being a certified interpreter and translator to leading NAATI. We dive into her vision for the future of NAATI, the evolving landscape of T&I, and the key challenges facing the profession today. We also discuss NAATI’s role as the certification authority in New Zealand and the ongoing work to support the sustainability of the interpreting and translating profession in Australia.
Whether you're a practitioner, educator, or just curious about the world of interpreting and translating, this episode is packed with insights and inspiration.

Guest Bio:

Magdalena Rowan was appointed to the NAATI Board on 1 December 2023 and became Chair on 1 July 2024. With over 40 years of experience as a certified interpreter and translator, she has worked across various levels of the industry. An educator since the 1980s, she has taught interpreting and translating at both university and vocational levels in Australia and New Zealand. She has been closely involved with NAATI since the 1990s, contributing to the certification system and examiner training. Magdalena is also a member of the Judicial Council on Diversity and Inclusion's subcommittee and continues to practice as a Spanish interpreter and translator.

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