Clear masks are useful for everyone! You can see the facial expressions more clearly and you see the human behind the covered face. Unfortunately it is not easy to order and receive these masks, so another solution is to do it yourself!

There are many things to consider when working remotely. Importantly, next to the benefits made possible through technology, there are also disadvantages. Interpreters report fatigue, cognitive overload, loss of concentration, and physical stress. On the special page for sign language interpreters during the Coronavirus Pandemic, you will find different guidelines from organizations and examples from colleagues.

How do you keep safe and healthy while working as a sign language interpreter during COVID-19? Share your experiences and best practices with colleagues around the world.

WFD, WASLI and WHO have published useful guidelines and recommendations how to provide accessible information in national sign languages. Check them out!

It is important that information on COVID-19 is available in national sign languages (WFD statement). You will find a list here. If your country or regional information in sign language is missing from the list, send me the info by email and I will add it to the list.