ASLITA Vision and Goals

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

ASLITA is comprised of a Board with representatives from ASLITA associations in most Australian States and Territories

Vision

To lead and promote sign language interpreting across Australia

Mission

ASLITA is the peak body representing Auslan/English interpreters and Deaf interpreters through:

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

ASLITA’s strategic objectives: 

Excellence:

• Recognised for professionalism, innovation and best practice
• Accessible quality training and professional development
• Maintenance of standards through guidelines, policies and procedures
• Effective communication using appropriate technologies
• Maintaining a reputation for leadership, quality and integrity

Presence

• Respected and valued by members and Interpreters reflected in strong membership
• High public visibility of ASLITA with a strong brand recognition and increased membership base
• Comprehensive industry support, providing guidelines, policies and procedures
• Inclusive practices within the membership and the community

Collaborative

Partnerships and relationships with:

• Deaf community
• Professional bodies relevant to ASLITA
• Service providers and agencies
• Governments
• Other funders and sponsors

Sustainable

• Good governance
• Excellent management
• Strong, well-resourced representative Board
• Financially strong, well-managed and viable with a reliable income stream
• Responsive to members