Building access to global information through subtitles, captions, and localization
In today’s increasingly globalized world, audiovisual content is reaching wider and more diverse audiences than ever before. As a result, content creators and distributors should ensure that their materials are accessible to people with different language preferences and ability levels. Enter the world of audiovisual translation! Among the various methods of making content more accessible,…
Are you reaching out to audiences globally or trying to attract markets across language barriers? In this blog post, we will explore the difference and importance of translation and localization in your marketing strategy as well as share practical tips. Let’s dive into the exciting world of culturally-sensitive marketing! Translation and Localization: What’s the Difference?…
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Have you ever wondered how so many people are able to enjoy foreign movies or TV shows without speaking the language? Subtitles are the answer! However, creating subtitles isn’t just about translating words; it’s about understanding different cultures and making content relatable for diverse audiences. In this blog post, we’ll take a simplified look at…
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Amara Open Thoughts is a new series powered by the Participatory Culture Foundation and Amplifying Voices, where we share stories, listen to people, and give voice to our global community of change makers. Guest post written by Alessandra Pace, volunteer and translator for Amara On Demand Recently I lost one of the most important people…
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Hi, I’m Aleli. I’m the Chief Operations and Sustainability Officer at Amara and PCF.
Today is the third Thursday of May, which means it’s Global Accessibility Awareness Day. A celebration that holds a personal significance in my life.
by Ana-Maria Lupu I guess I have had a sense of adventure since I was a kid. I’ve always spent my time climbing trees and hills, discovering hidden places at my grandparents’ countryside home, and sometimes even getting in trouble because of that. New beginnings sometimes start from ashes. I don’t think I ever acknowledged…
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What is Amplifying Voices? Our newest initiative is all about amplifying today’s critical voices that are leading us toward a more equitable, sustainable and accessible world. Currently, our efforts are focused on the US election, with its global implications. We are translating election materials for the most difficult states to vote in. Here is why we…
