On Saturday 19th July 2008 the 17 students who took part in our Community Interpreters training course graduated. A ceremony took place which was attended by the Mayor, who presented the students with their certificates.
The Community Interpreters Scheme is all about capturing local BME people’s skills to train to be interpreters.
The students, who all speak English and at least one other language received free training, a recognised interpreting Diploma and freelance employment with South East Interpreting Service.
The Community Interpreting Scheme was a partnership project set up with with Eastbourne Borough Council and South East Interpreting Services
We are setting up a similar scheme in the near future. If you are interested or know anyone who would be interested in putting their names forward please contact Traci Gasson, Equality and Diversity Co-ordinator.
