Words for Change

Words for Change is a cooperative of professional translators specialising in international development. We cover every major language used in the sector, as well as all its specialist niches. Our goal is to help INGOs, NGOs, CBOs and other development stakeholders tackle pressing issues by breaking down language barriers. This makes a huge difference to millions of people’s lives, facilitating access to clean water and human rights, strengthening food security, boosting efforts to eradicate diseases, reducing the prevalence of gender-based violence, and much more. And, here’s our matchless, NGO-loving team. You may think it sounds odd, but Jae simply loves doing translations about diseases, and is passionate about supporting the fight against HIV, TB, AIDS and malaria through his work. No one comes close to this footy-mad expert whose analytical mind toys with Spanish chants. Louise’s wide-ranging background in both large and grassroots NGOs has got you covered in the fields of conflict, governance, humanitarian aid, gender equality, and health. We struggled to boil her accomplishments down into three lines. For academic papers, sexual health, and the humanitarian graphic novel, we have Ana. She has seen the operational insides of large charities. She takes the ordinary, funnels it through a postpunk filter and delivers what you didn’t know you wanted. Fernanda grew up in a small village and connected with the importance of harvesting what you sow. She moves in the fields of agricultural development, climate change, women’s health, and children's education. You’ll also benefit from her education experience, ranging from teaching to dissertation committees. Your legal translator is Moussa, who translates from English into French as well as from French into Fulah, Songhoy and Bambara. A keen horseback rider, Moussa has also worked with Translation Without Borders.