Japan Association of Translators
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The Japan Association of Translators (JAT) was founded in 1985 and is the largest professional association of practicing translators and interpreters in Japan with almost 400 members.
Membership is open to any individual with an interest in translation and interpreting between English and Japanese as a profession or as a scholarly pursuit. Members include, but are not limited to, translators, interpreters, teachers, and project managers.
JAT is affiliated with the International Federation of Translators (FIT). Its home office is in Tokyo, Japan.
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[edit] Board of Directors
- Manako Ihaya (President)
- Phil Robertson (Vice-President, IJET Liaison)
- Nora Stevens Heath (Membership)
- Mike Sekine (Public Relations, EJ Contest Liaison)
- Jed Schmidt (Webmaster)
- Alan Siegrist (JE Contest Liaison)
- James Phillips (Activity Liaison)
- Chris Blakeslee (Treasurer)
- Wolfgang Bechstein (Auditor)
- Kiyoshi Chimasu (Auditor)
[edit] Past Presidents
- Kathleen Taji
- John Zimet
- Bill Lise
- Paul Flint
- Nora Stevens Heath (2006)
- Brian Hyman (2006-2007)
