Bilingva Selected as the Official Language Services Vendor for San Mateo County
Bilingva, a leading provider of innovative language solutions, is proud to announce that it has been selected as the official language services vendor for San Mateo County. This new partnership underscores the County’s commitment to ensuring equitable access to government services for all residents, regardless of their linguistic background.
As the official language services provider, Bilingva will deliver a comprehensive suite of translation and interpretation services, helping to bridge language barriers and improve communication between the county and its diverse community. With over 40% of San Mateo County residents speaking a language other than English at home, this collaboration is vital in ensuring that all individuals can access essential public services, including healthcare, legal support, social services, and more.
Bilingva’s Services
Bilingva is renowned for its high-quality, culturally-sensitive language solutions. The company offers a wide range of services to support both public and private sectors:
- Interpretation Services: In-person, telephonic, and video interpretation in over 100 languages, ensuring real-time communication for meetings, conferences, and events.
- Translation Services: Accurate translation of documents, websites, and materials to ensure important information reaches non-English-speaking populations.
- Localization: Adapting materials to local culture and context, including outreach campaigns, public health messaging, and educational resources.
- Voiceover & Subtitling: Providing audio and visual support for multimedia content in multiple languages.
- Sign Language Services: Offering American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation for individuals with hearing impairments.
Bilingva’s services are designed to support the diverse needs of San Mateo County’s residents and ensure that everyone, regardless of their language proficiency, can fully participate in community life and access the services they need.
San Mateo County’s Commitment to Language Access
San Mateo County is located in the heart of the San Francisco Bay Area and is home to over 760,000 residents. The County is committed to ensuring that its government services are accessible to all individuals, regardless of their language or cultural background, and continuously strives to promote equity and inclusion for all.
San Mateo County has long been a champion of language access, recognizing that effective communication is crucial for maintaining public trust, promoting inclusivity, and ensuring the fair delivery of services. The County’s dedication to language access is outlined in its Language Access Ordinance, which mandates the provision of interpretation and translation services for individuals who speak limited English.
This partnership with Bilingva is part of a broader initiative to expand and improve language access throughout the county, and it supports San Mateo County’s ongoing efforts to enhance civic engagement, improve public health, and provide high-quality services for its diverse population.
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