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Carla Meli “Carla has made an extraordinary impact on Women in Localization in the Operations team through her leadership as the volunteer in charge of Training. Starting just last year as an assistant, she quickly stepped into the full role and has since led the department with confidence, dedication and vision. What makes Carla especially […]

Many accomplished women are qualified for board service, yet never seriously consider pursuing a paid seat. Some assume they are not quite ready. Others believe they might be ready, but want to understand exactly what it takes to earn a place at the table. In reality, board readiness comes from recognizing the strategic value you […]

SUNNYVALE, California, USA — May 11, 2026 — Women in Localization (W.L.), the leading professional organization for women in the localization industry, today announced a strategic alliance with TAUS, a global leader in translation quality and language technology. At a pivotal moment for AI in language services, this partnership connects global community leadership with deep […]

SUNNYVALE, California, USA, April 14, 2026 – Women in Localization (W.L.), the leading professional organization for women in the localization industry, today announced the Board appointment of Marie Flacassier as Treasurer. This appointment reinforces W.L.’s commitment to strong financial stewardship as a foundation for sustained global growth and long-term community impact. As W.L. continues to […]

Maya Tsirulnik “Maya has been an outstanding contributor to the Global Community Mental Health & Wellness Program since its launch. She joined the initiative immediately and quickly became a key driving force as Team Lead, bringing not only her dedication as a volunteer but also the expertise of a seasoned executive. As a Vice President […]

AI is transforming localization at an incredible pace, yet access to clear, relevant, and confidence-building education about AI hasn’t always been equal. One of the missions of Women in Localization is to empower women in the industry to lead in the AI era by breaking down structural barriers, amplifying global voices, and accelerating women-driven innovation. […]

In 2008, Women in Localization was founded to address a clear and persistent challenge: women in the localization industry weren’t advancing into leadership at the same rate as their peers. At the time, the issue was often described in terms of promotion gaps. Women were entering the profession, contributing at high levels, and building deep […]

Ten years. A whole decade of voices, ideas, collaborations, risks, and growth. And while anniversaries are often marked by numbers, for Women in Localization Catalunya (WLCAT), these 10 years mean something deeper: a shared journey shaped by hundreds of women who believed in community before community was a trend, who chose learning and resilience, and […]

Women in Localization’s international community continues to grow. In 2024, we added five new chapters — Türkiye, Madrid, Portugal, Switzerland, and Brazil. We caught up with the Chapter Managers from Madrid, Brazil and Türkiye to hear about their first year and how their local communities are coming together. Looking back at your first year, what […]

Having been in localization for over 20 years, Tess Whitty now runs Swedish Translation Services and is a multilingual SEO & UX content strategist. She also volunteers as Marketing and Content Program Manager at Global Partnerships & Events for Women in Localization. Tess has inspired many over the years with her long-running podcast and her […]