Ethical Decision Making in Sign Language Interpreting

In this workshop, we will explore the fascinating world of ethics in interpreting, equipping participants with a comprehensive ethical toolkit to make informed decisions. Delve into the following topics:

🔹 What is ethics? Gain a solid understanding of the fundamental concepts and principles that guide ethical decision-making.

🔹 Different ethical frameworks: Explore teleology, deontology, and virtue ethics, understanding how these frameworks shape ethical reasoning.

🔹 Ethical thought experiments: Engage in thought-provoking exercises to challenge your ethical perspectives and enhance critical thinking skills.

🔹 The relationship between ethics and interpreters: Learn how ethics intertwines with the interpreter's role, responsibilities, and professional conduct.

🔹 Fiduciary duty: Explore the concept of fiduciary duty and its implications for interpreters, including the duty to act in the best interest of the parties involved.

🔹 Current codes of conduct and ethics: Familiarise yourself with the codes of conduct and ethics outlined by respected organizations such as NRCPD, RBSLI and RISLI.

🔹 Ethical dilemmas: Analyse real-life ethical dilemmas faced by interpreters and develop strategies to navigate them effectively.

🔹 Action, inaction, least harm, permissible harm: Understand how interpreters navigate these ethical concepts, striking a balance between proactive intervention and avoiding harm.

This CPD session will empower you with the knowledge and tools to make ethically sound decisions in your interpreting practice. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your ethical awareness and refine your professional conduct.

Trainer: Jason Bell, RSLI (Clear Communication)

3 x Structured CPD points

Language of Instruction: English

Notetaker present: Yes

Event Venue

Online