The 10th Annual OHCIA Conference is a significant event for health care interpreters, celebrating the 15th anniversary of the Oregon Health Care Interpreters Association. The conference will reflect on the past achievements and future challenges of the interpreting profession. Attendees can expect keynote sessions, workshops, and networking opportunities focusing on language access, health equity, and interpreting skills. The agenda includes a keynote by Dr. Emma Sandoe on Medicaid's role in advancing health equity and a special topic by Mara Youdelman on language access policy changes. Workshops will cover various topics, including public speaking, ethical dilemmas, and the future of interpreting in Oregon.
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10th Annual OHCIA Conference
The 10th Annual OHCIA Conference is a virtual event held on May 31, 2025, focusing on the evolution and future of health care interpreting. It celebrates the 15th anniversary of the Oregon Health Care Interpreters Association.
Conference Overview
Some quick details about this conference.
Time and Place
Maybe the most important details of the conference.
Conference Date: May 31, 2025
Event Format: virtual
Conference Organizer
This organization is hosting this conference.
Oregon Health Care Interpreters Association
The Oregon Health Care Interpreters Association focuses on improving language access in healthcare through training, advocacy, and community engagement.
Email: support@ohcia.org
Phone: 503-893-9660
Registration Fees
How much does this conference cost?
| Cost | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| $10.00 | General Admission | Includes access to the conference. |
| $20.00 | CEU Session | Cost per Continuing Education Unit session. |
See the conference's actual website for more details around these fees, as sometimes they can be more complicated.
Schedule and Agenda
It's important to know what is planned.
The conference begins at 7:30 am PT with arrival and announcements, followed by a keynote presentation by Dr. Emma Sandoe. The day includes various workshops and CEU sessions, concluding with the Interpreter of the Year award and closing remarks at 5:00 pm.
Notable Speakers
These folks will be speaking at the conference.
Dr. Emma Sandoe
Director of Oregon’s Medicaid Division, leading programs supporting the Oregon Health Plan.
Mara Youdelman
Managing Director for Federal Advocacy at the National Health Law Program, expert on language access.
CEU Details
Here's information on Continuing Education Units (or CEUs).
CEUs are offered at a discounted price for Health Care Interpreters in the Oregon State Registry. Approved by RID, CCHI, OHA, and IMIA/NBCMI.
Sponsorship, Exhibitor, and Advertising Opportunities
If you're an organization that wants to contribute to this event, here are some details.
Potential sponsors can showcase their organization through virtual booths and interact with attendees. For more information, contact Catalina White-Madrid at cwmadrid@ohcia.org. FAQ for Sponsors
Other Links and Information
The above information is from the conference or event webpage. Please review the organization's website for official information, as that will be more up-to-date.
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