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As LocWorld54 Monterey (the localization industry’s premier event) approaches with the theme “What’s Next?”, professionals are puzzled once again over a pivotal Microsoft research report titled “Working with AI: Measuring the Occupational Implications of Generative AI.” This report draws from 200,000 anonymized and privacy-scrubbed conversations between users and Microsoft Bing Copilot, calculating an AI applicability […]

The conversation around workplace culture, mental health, and well-being has shifted. What was once seen as a “nice to have” is now recognized as a priority for every organization and individual. At Women in Localization (W.L.), our mission has always been to support the advancement of women and the localization industry. The Mental Health & […]

International Translation Day is celebrated on September 30, which coincides with Saint Jerome’s feast day. Jerome is best known for his translation of Hebrew and Greek scriptures into Latin (what is commonly known as the Vulgate Bible). I asked a selection of today’s women in localization what International Translation Day means to them. Themes that […]

Unleashing Women’s Innovation to Lead the Future of AI and Globalization The future of globalization is here, and it’s powered by artificial intelligence. But while AI is transforming our industry, women remain significantly underrepresented, particularly in technical and leadership roles. At Women in Localization, we see this not just as a challenge, but as an […]

Nadja Ruhl “It is with great enthusiasm that I recommend Nadja for this award in recognition of her outstanding contributions as the Program Director for the Global Community Program. In a remarkably short span of time, Nadja has taken over the leadership of five teams, bringing with her a spirit of mentorship, clarity, and collaboration […]

Dr. Nadja Ruhl, Program Director of Women in Localization’s Global Community, shares her personal experience. Have you ever found yourself wondering, “Why should I spend my time volunteering? What’s in it for me?” That’s a fair question. Having volunteered with Women in Localization (W.L.) for almost three years, I can confidently say I have never […]

At Women in Localization (W.L.), we believe that strong communities are built not only through shared knowledge and professional development, but also through empathy, compassion, and support. That’s why we’re excited to announce the launch of a brand-new initiative for our members in 2025: our Mental Health & Wellness (MH&W) Program. This initiative is designed […]

 Manon Debuire “Manon leads the Global Sponsorship program with dedication and integrity. She fully embodies the values of our organization and is a supportive, inspiring leader. She always makes sure we deliver value to our sponsors and strategically guides the program for achieving our goals.”   Myriam Garcia Vizuete “Myriam Garcia, as the Catalonia Chapter […]

Sıla Alan had a strong start to her career when she graduated as the valedictorian of her class at Dokuz Eylül University, Türkiye, where she majored in Translation and Interpreting, in addition to her degree in International Relations from Anadolu University. Soon after graduating, she began volunteering for Women in Localization. Sıla has been responsible […]

MOUNTAIN VIEW, California, USA, December 19, 2024. Women in Localization (W.L.), the leading professional organization for women in the localization industry, is proud to partner with the Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey (MIIS) on a scholarship for the 2025-2026 academic year.  MIIS is a specialized graduate school of Middlebury College based in Monterey, […]