What began as a search for peers in a male-dominated field has grown into a global powerhouse of over 18,000 members. In this episode, Anna N Schlegel, co-founder of Women in Localization and author of Truly Global, joins us to explore how leadership, community, and visibility have fundamentally transformed the language industry over the last 19 years.

The conversation digs deep into the future of the profession, specifically the urgent need for women to move beyond support roles and lead in R&D and product development. She discusses the new "We Shape AI" initiative, addressing critical gender and cultural biases in Large Language Models (LLMs).

Vamos Juntos association is transforming the language services landscape in Latin America and the Caribbean. We are joined by Caro Velandia, Cristina Barbieri, and Indy Vega to discuss the evolution of the association, the power of "coopetition," and the upcoming Vamos Juntos 2026 event in Buenos Aires. Discover why this region is becoming a critical hub for global localization and language access.

Inclusion isn't just a social value, it’s a growth strategy. Joshua Pennise, the new President of the Association of Language Companies (ALC), joins us to explain why the industry must shift its narrative from “compliance” to “economic multiplier.”

In this episode, we discuss the ALC’s critical advocacy work against irresponsible AI legislation, the convergence of sign and spoken language sectors, and why connecting with 80% of the world’s non-English speakers is the ultimate meritocracy.

In this episode, Sudheen M, President of CITLoB, reveals the massive potential of India’s “language locked” economy. We explore why reaching these untapped consumers requires more than just translation—it requires deep community collaboration and competition. Sudheen shares insights on India's digital infrastructure, the strategic role of associations like CITLoB, and why the physical connections at events like Samvad are becoming a competitive advantage in an AI-driven world.

By Uma Kulkarni

Women in Localization (WL)’s 2025 Kudos and STAR Award winners are some of the organization’s most standout volunteers. In this article, WL celebrates their indispensable contributions that inspire excellence and help propel the organization forward.

By Mimi Moore

This article recounts the establishment, rapid growth, and future goals of the AFLC conference, which was co-founded by Avishta Seeras and Ady Namaran Coulibaly to address the lack of African voices in global language spaces.

Interview by Cameron Rasmusson

As Verizon’s head of localization, Megan Sharp ensures its customers receive the same service quality no matter where they live or what language they speak. In this interview, she discusses the career path that led her here, her predictions for the future of localization management, and what motivates her to do her best work every day.

By Domenico Lombardini
The author argues for using history and data to evaluate AI’s impact as objectively as possible, including acknowledging the tradeoffs it brings. He concludes by advocating for revamped linguistic training programs that equip young people with tools to compete on value, not price.