The Australian Sign Language Interpreters' Association (ASLIA) is a volunteer, non-profit body and is the national peak organisation representing the needs and interests of Auslan/English interpreters and Deaf (Relay) Interpreters in Australia.

The Association is comprised of an Executive Committee, a Representative Council and branches in most states and territories.

VISION

To lead and promote sign language interpreting across Australia

MISSION

ASLIA is the peak body representing Auslan/English interpreters through:

1. Partnerships and engagement with ASLIA branches, members, practitioners and stakeholders.
2. Promoting and providing on-going professional development and best practice in Auslan/English interpreting.
3. Providing a professional framework, including a Code of Ethics, policies and guidelines.

ASLIA's goals are to:

• strengthen the position of ASLIA as the peak body representing Auslan/English interpreting in Australia
• promote, maintain and enhance collaboration with ASLIA branches, members, practitioners and stakeholders
• sustain and increase ASLIA's financial position
• provide a professional framework for Auslan/English interpreting
• promote best practice in Auslan/English interpreting
• support practitioners from special interest groups, and
• be an effectively functioning organisation

ASLIA Strategic Plan 2011-2016

Download a copy of the ASLIA Strategic Plan