Region II Report:
https://youtu.be/OzxvZCPddQ4
Eliezer Sierra, Region II Representative Eliezer Sierra, MS, NIC, BEI Trilingual: Advanced Region II Representative
H
ello everyone.
As the new Region II representative, my term is September 1, 2020 through 2023. I was born and raised in Puerto Rico, however, I have lived in Florida since 2004. Professionally, I am a trilingual interpreter (Spanish/English/ASL), teach at an Interpreter Education Program, and work as a corporate trainer and leader for a Video Relay Service company.
many AC leaders are doing all they can to both take care of themselves and their loved ones, while fulfilling their duties as board members. I look forward to supporting AC leadership throughout Region II in their efforts to grow and support their members. Below you will find the updates for some of the Affiliate Chapters in Region II:
Florida
I would like to take this opportunity to recognize Affiliate Chapter (AC) leadership for their hard work and dedication to the organization and to our profession. Thank you for all you do!
Florida (FRID) recognizes the financial impact of COVID-19 on our interpreting community. Like other Affiliate Chapters, the pandemic has halted progress on some of our goals. The FRID Board is working hard to provide different opportunities to our members. Through August 31, 2020, we offered free membership and membership renewal. As an added benefit for current members, we are also providing a free virtual workshop worth 0.3 CEUs.
We know these are unprecedented times, and
The FRID annual business meeting will be held
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