House of Languages

Happy International Translation Day! ✨🌍

Today, we’re celebrating the incredible interpreters and translators who make connection, understanding, and communication possible every day.

At House of Languages, we’re especially grateful for the people behind the work. Our interpreters and translators bring their language skills, cultural knowledge, and dedication to every interaction, helping people communicate and feel understood across Maine’s diverse communities.

Thank you to all of our interpreters and translators for the work you do and the many ways you help bring people together. We’re proud to have you as part of the House of Languages community!

We were grateful to join the Maine Immigration Forum 2026 and connect with so many organizations and community members working to support Maine’s immigrant communities.

Thank you to Maine Immigrants' Rights Coalition (MIRC) for bringing people together for such a meaningful evening. We’re grateful for the opportunity to listen, learn, and strengthen the connections that help us better serve our community.

Registration is open for our Foundations of Community Interpreting training! This 40-hour, in-person course builds the essential skills needed to interpret in medical, educational, and community settings, using curriculum developed by Cross-Cultural Communications, a nationally recognized leader in interpreter training.

🗓️ Saturdays, October 3 – October 31
🕣 8:30am – 5:30pm
📍151 Newbury Street, Portland, ME

Spots are limited to ensure personalized attention. Language proficiency requirements apply.

👉 Learn more and register: houseoflanguages.com/interpreter-training

Congratulations to Gregg, our Talent Acquisition & Training Associate, on completing the Training of Trainers program with Cross-Cultural Communications, a nationally recognized leader in interpreter training!

With this credential, Gregg is now a licensed trainer and will be facilitating our 40-hour Foundations of Community Interpreting training, designed to build essential skills for interpreters working in community, medical, and educational settings.

If you're interested in joining our next training, learn more here: https://houseoflanguages.com/interpreter-training/

Giving back while working together. 💙 The House of Languages team was proud to volunteer at Kaler Elementary School today as part of United Way's Day of Action. Thank you to United Way of Southern Maine and all the volunteers who made the day possible!

As 2025 comes to a close, we reflect on an incredible year and feel grateful for the remarkable interpreters and translators who bring our mission to life. Their dedication and expertise make it possible to connect communities, break down barriers, and foster understanding across languages every day. Wishing everyone a joyful holiday season and a happy, healthy, and inspiring New Year!