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EX:CHANGE 2026: A new kind of conference for language professionals
EX:CHANGE 2026: A new kind of conference for language professionals

If you're ready to explore the potential for change, don't miss EX:CHANGE 2026. Organized by the Institute of Translation and Interpreting (ITI) and marking its 40th anniversary, this two-day event takes place 1–2 July 2026 in Milton Keynes, UK and is focused on participation, not... Continue Reading

Date posted05/29/2026


European Association for Machine Translation Conference is 15-18 June
European Association for Machine Translation Conference is 15-18 June

Join Us at EAMT 2026 in Tilburg, Netherlands! The 26th Annual Conference of the European Association for Machine Translation (EAMT) is taking place June 15–18, 2026, at the Schouwburg Concertzaal in Tilburg, Netherlands, hosted by Tilburg University's ISMT Research Group. EAMT 2026 is the... Continue Reading

Date posted05/22/2026


Stay Alert to Phishing Emails Posing As GALA
Stay Alert to Phishing Emails Posing As GALA

We are aware of an increase in phishing and spoofing emails that appear to come from GALA. These messages may use familiar branding or language but are not sent by GALA staff and are designed to trick recipients into sharing personal information or moving conversations off secure channels.  Continue Reading

Date posted05/1/2026


New Report Finds That Interpreting Technology Can Make Language Access More Reliable
New Report Finds That Interpreting Technology Can Make Language Access More Reliable

Boostlingo’s State of Interpreting Technology 2026 Report, based on 370+ stakeholders, finds that language access is expanding but unreliable. Half report unmet interpreter needs. Rising operational complexity—not supply alone—drives gaps. AI interpreting is emerging, but effective orchestration acr Continue Reading

Date posted04/23/2026


Creative Words and Webvisibility partner to support multilingual GEO strategies
Creative Words and Webvisibility partner to support multilingual GEO strategies

Creative Words is pleased to announce its partnership with Webvisibility, an Italian search and web analytics agency specializing in digital visibility strategies, search marketing, and AI-powered search optimization. Continue Reading

Date posted04/17/2026


GALA Annual Survey 2026 Findings
GALA Annual Survey 2026 Findings

Each year, GALA’s Annual Survey offers a candid look at how our community experiences the association. We find out what’s working well and where we must improve, and we gauge the community’s sentiments about the association and the value we create. Continue Reading

Date posted03/12/2026


Digitaldrop and Adept Complete Merger to Accelerate "Borderless Digital Shift" in Global Marketing
Digitaldrop and Adept Complete Merger to Accelerate "Borderless Digital Shift" in Global Marketing

We are pleased to announce that Digitaldrop Inc, and Adept Corporation have integrated our management resources to strengthen our business foundation and expand our service capabilities. We have re-started operations as the new “Digitaldrop Inc,". Continue Reading

Date posted02/4/2026


Take the GALA The State of Localization in the Age of AI Survey
Take the GALA The State of Localization in the Age of AI Survey

The aim is to understand the challenges and future directions the industry should take, as well as what GALA, as the world’s largest non-profit trade organization, can do to continue supporting its members while ensuring its own relevance during a period of apparent technological disruption. Continue Reading

Date posted01/16/2026


Bylaws Amendments Approved by GALA Members
Bylaws Amendments Approved by GALA Members

GALA members recently voted on four proposed amendments to the association’s bylaws. Each measure passed with strong support, receiving less than 10% opposition. A full report of the results is available here. The amendments were designed to streamline operations, strengthen governance, and... Continue Reading

Postedby Allison Ferch
Date posted09/15/2025


Proposed Amendments to GALA's Bylaws
Proposed Amendments to GALA's Bylaws

In September, members will be invited to approve amendments to GALA's bylaws that are being proposed by the board of directors. The key changes include adding an individual category of membership and lengthening the term of board service by one year. Continue Reading

Postedby Allison Ferch
Date posted08/19/2025