Tarjimly becomes part of CLEAR Global’s mission for language access
We are very excited to announce that Tarjimly is joining CLEAR Global, becoming the newest addition to our suite of tools to promote language access across the world and strengthening our impact. A shared vision for breaking language barriers Since our founding, CLEAR Global has been committed to helping people to get information in their […]
When health information speaks your language: a movement to translate medical knowledge for all
Access to reliable medical information can be a matter of life and death. Yet for billions of people worldwide, health information remains locked behind language barriers. This is the challenge that Wiki Project Med Foundation (WPMEDF) set out to address when they launched MDWiki, a collection of health care articles ready to be translated into […]
The future of language technology and why industry partnership matters
By Britta Aagaard The digital divide runs along linguistic lines. While billions of people now carry powerful computing devices in their pockets, most of the world’s 7,000+ languages remain locked out of the digital revolution. The technology that powers our voice assistants, translation apps, and search engines works beautifully for English, Mandarin, and maybe a […]
Protecting human expertise in an age of automation and budget cuts
By Aimee Ansari and Catherine Fox Both the language services industry and the humanitarian and development aid sector have been going through huge and painful changes recently. Language services are facing severe pressure from the impacts of machine translation and AI, which threaten the prospects and viability of freelancers and industry professionals. Meanwhile, changes in […]
Our impact on language AI: a strategic evaluation and insight for the road ahead
Access to technology still depends on the language a person speaks. While voice assistants, transcription tools, and text-to-speech systems are becoming common in major global languages, millions of people who speak marginalized or low-resource languages remain excluded. To better understand CLEAR Global’s impact as an organization focused on low-resource language technology, and to guide our […]
Language support for people on the move: Our collaboration with UNICEF’s U-Report
CLEAR Global has partnered with U-Report On The Move, a digital platform developed by UNICEF to support young migrants and refugees in Italy. The platform is designed for unaccompanied minors and young people on the move, offering a space where they can access accurate information, receive support, and take part in shaping the policies and […]
The right information in the right language for Myanmar humanitarian staff
Earlier this year, we had the opportunity to collaborate with Internews, with funding from the H2H Network, to strengthen the aid sector in Myanmar. Recognizing the critical importance of ensuring that the right people have access to the right information in the right language, Internews developed courses designed to help humanitarian staff counter dis- and […]
The silent barrier undermining humanitarian impact
In an era of escalating crises, from conflict to climate-induced disasters, humanitarian assistance must reach more people and do so more effectively. Yet one crucial element often overlooked in delivering impactful aid is language. Language inclusion is not a peripheral concern; it is central to accountability to affected people (AAP). Without it, aid cannot be […]
Advancing data inclusivity: The Impact of Translating the KoboToolbox Essentials Course
KoboToolbox is the leading open source data tool for challenging environments. It is used by thousands of nonprofits worldwide for data-informed action in humanitarian response, development, health, environmental protection, and many other crucial social impact initiatives. Kobo, the nonprofit behind KoboToolbox, promotes data-driven impact and supports access to innovative and reliable data tools on a […]
The power of language inclusion – Helping displaced communities find safety, make decisions and get support
I’ve been forced to flee my home – where can I find a temporary safe place to stay? I think my child is getting sick – where is the nearest doctor? I don’t know what my rights are here – who can answer my questions? Imagine not being able to get the answers to […]