Translator's Message Making Impact in Asir Region
The Translator's Message is a noteworthy initiative launched by Master's degree students in Translation from the Faculty of Languages and Translation's female campus. As an entirely volunteer-driven group, they have committed to offering essential translation services to the wider community. Their motivation stems from a deep-rooted passion for translation, a desire to contribute positively to society, and the aim to refine their translation skills to fulfill career aspirations.
The program traces its origins to the mentorship of Dean Abdullah Al-Melhi, who was its earliest supporter and champion. The volunteer translators offer their services in both public and private educational institutions to bolster educational advancement and language translation. The group also intends to extend their services to an array of civic organizations, including public ministries, with these projects currently in the preparatory phase.
A significant area of focus for the team is the establishment of standardization procedures, which would enable the volunteers to deliver translation services with heightened efficiency. They aspire to leverage this increased efficiency to incorporate more advanced assistive techniques like videos, podcasts, electronic Q&A competitions, spelling bees, and bilingual referendums.
Currently, the team boasts of 11 dedicated members, with a potential for growth:
- Hanan Al-Shahrani (Founding Member)
- Afnan Yahya (Founding Member)
- Afrah Al-Jaber
- Fayza Al-Ahmari
- Ghada Asiri
- Maryam Al-Shomrani
- Noura Al-Hajla
- Noura Al-Shehri
- Rahma Al-Ahmari
- Shyma'a Hassan
- Wasayf Al-Qahtani
Since its inception, Translator's Message has actively participated in an array of events and capacities. One such notable engagement was a community service activity on October 18, 2018, where Hanan Al-Shahrani, Maryam Al-Shomrani, and Fayza Al-Ahmari delivered an enlightening presentation on languages and translation at the Eltamiz Alebday Private School in Khamis Mushait.
The team has made numerous other community engagements, including:
- A visit to Zoabaan School for girls in Mohayil on October 30, by Noura Al-Shehri and Afrah Al-Jaber.
- A visit to Al-Abna School at King Khalid Air Base in Khamis Mushait on November 14, by Rahma Al-Ahmari, Noura Al-Shehri, and Fayza Al-Ahmari.
- Hanan Al-Shahrani, Maryam Al-Shomrani, and Wasayf Al-Qahtani visited Al-Oula High School in Khamis Mushait on November 15.
- Afnan Yahya, Shyma'a Hassan, and Ghada Asiri visited Al-Thamna High School on November 15.
- Shayma'a Hasan paid a visit to Al-Thanya High School in Abha on November 22.
