Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf Inc

Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf Inc. is a national membership organization based in Alexandria, Virginia. The organization employs 60 people and generates over $10,000 in annual revenue. RID serves as a leading force in establishing and maintaining a national standard of quality for interpreters and transliterators working with individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. RID's primary focus is on facilitating communication between people who are deaf or hard of hearing and those who hear. They achieve this through professional development programs, networking opportunities, advocacy efforts, and the establishment of industry standards. RID also works to educate the public about the crucial role interpreters and transliterators play in ensuring equal access and opportunity for all. A cornerstone of RID's mission is promoting excellence in interpreting services across diverse linguistic landscapes. The organization envisions a future where linguistic rights are recognized as fundamental human rights, and the Deaf community is actively integrated into every aspect of interpreting, RID, and the wider interpreting profession. For more information, visit RID's website at rid.org.