2011 RID National Conference
July 17-22, 2011 Atlanta Marriott Marquis Atlanta, GA
It is the mission of the RID National Conference to offer opportunities to develop the knowledge, wisdom and imagination of all interpreters through educational events and to promote participation in leadership opportunities to advance the profession and improve services. Join over 2,000 of your sign language interpreter colleagues for a fun-filled week packed with tremendous educational and networking opportunities. Interpreters have the unique experience of becoming the voice for many, while demonstrating a passionate commitment to those they serve. Additional conference information will be added as it becomes available. Please check back regularly for updated information!
**CONFERENCE REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN**
Registration is open for the RID 2011 National Conference! There are three easy ways to register! To register online, simply follow this link which will prompt you to log in to your member profile. Once logged into your account, click on "Register for Conference." Those registering online will need to pay via credit card. If you would like to register by mail or fax, and are paying with a check or a purchase order, please download this form and follow the directions at the bottom of page 2.
Sponsorship - Partner with RID through a variety of exclusive opportunities. Interested in superb market placement in front of the largest gathering of interpreters in the world? Click here for more information about conference exhibiting and advertising opportunities.
Call for conference interpreters - Join an elite group of your colleagues and apply to be a conference interpreter today! Deadline to apply - February 7, 2011
2011 Call for Support Staff - Want to serve on one of the most dynamic and vital conference groups? Join the 2011 Support Staff! Read the invitation letter and complete the application. Deadline to apply - February 28, 2011
Conference housing is NOW OPEN! The hotel room block will sell out quickly so don't delay--make your room reservation on the Atlanta Marriott Marquis reservation page today!
Conference Schedules - Please review the current schedules. Education sessions will begin on Sunday, July 17 and will conclude on Friday, July 22.
Interested in the business meeting? Process, amendments, motions, second? It can seem as confusing as Abbott and Costello's historical "Who's On First?" routine. Use the 2011 Business Meeting page as a resource for learning the history of the RID Business Meeting, and review motions, amendments and discussions on the table for the 2011 Business Meeting.
Want to learn more about RID conferences? Visit the 2009 conference page.


