Professionals can find it particularly challenging when clients are conversant in only one niche language. Some niche languages that Translationz provides interpreters for include:

• Oromo – spoken in Northeast Africa by 30 million people
• Amharic – spoken in Ethiopia by 21 million people
• Lingala – spoken in the Congo by 10 million people
• Tigrinya – spoken in Eritrea by 7 million people

Many policies for dealing with language barriers adopt a market-oriented approach which does not consider the complexities of niche and minority languages. For migrant populations or refugees, learning English and settling into Australian society can be very challenging. These clients may still be dealing with the trauma of their past experiences and require patience.

At Translationz, our Certified Interpreters and Translators of niche languages have both the cultural and linguistic understanding to effectively serve clients who are only conversant in these niche languages. The number of niche language interpreters in the Translationz team is increasing as professionals realise specific care is required.

Keeping niche languages alive preserves cultural history and encourages the celebration of ethnicity. Similarly, providing trained interpreters and translators to clients that are niche language speakers conveys solidarity and respect for culture.

Professional and caring interpreters are essential to overcome the communication and cultural barriers that may arise. If you are unsure how to assist a niche language speaker, call Translationz for assistance and to be connected to an interpreter.