About Advocating Global
We write and invite experts to write in about global communication topics in healthcare, corporate communications and marketing, as well as best practices in localization and process management.
Aimed at supporting and building globally competent communication professionals with insight into the global communication strategies that lead to desired behavior and positive end-user outcomes.
Our topics may vary, but our focus is always on the advocacy for the communication professional; to empower them with the tools and best practices to be a global leader and make a difference….one communication by one communication.
The crucial role of health literacy and translation in healthcare
Recognizing the intertwined nature of health literacy and translation is crucial for fostering a healthcare system that leaves no one behind.
Effective translation of patient guides
Effective translation of patient guides starts before a single word has been translated. When source materials are created without the consideration that they may eventually be translated, a potentially straightforward process can become more complicated, more time...
Achieving patient-friendly translation
Do you work in the healthcare space and you’re looking for patient-friendly translations? You’re not alone! This topic has crossed our desk more than once lately, from determining Spanish readability to questions about the Japanese translation for “fast heartbeat.”...
The importance of translating HIV information and breaking down barriers
Translating HIV information is pivotal in the global fight against HIV/AIDS as accurate knowledge serves as a powerful tool. However, accessibility to this information isn't universal. Language barriers, cultural differences, and varying levels of health literacy...
Translation quote checklist
If you need a quote for translation and don’t know where to start, we hope this translation quote checklist will be a helpful starting point. Confirm that translation is what you need. Translation is creating an equivalent written document in a language other than the...
Open enrollment presentation translation: easy as 1, 2, 3
As open enrollment draws closer, perhaps you are working on informational materials and considering open enrollment presentation translation. We’ve translated just about every type of open enrollment communication you can think of. And while historically we often...
The power of predictability: trusting a translation service
Language service providers (LSPs) play a crucial role in enabling effective communication across language barriers in today's globalized world by offering translation, interpretation, and localization services. However, delivering predictability in their services is...
The vital role of healthcare translations: breaking language barriers for quality care
The vital role of healthcare translations is evident in today's diverse world. Effective communication is always imperative in a healthcare setting. When people from various linguistic backgrounds seek healthcare services, effective communication can become more...
How to reduce translation costs
Whether you’re a first time or a veteran translation buyer, you may find yourself wondering how you can reduce translation costs. We’re going to lay out some practical steps you can take to avoid additional costs that can add up if you’re not careful. And the best...
Translating a video: some recommendations and takeaways
There are two primary treatments when translating a video: subtitles and voiceover. We’re going to break down which treatment is better suited to which types of videos, in the realm of corporate video content. Please note that this post does not fully address closed...