Transcending Cultural and Language Differences: Ethical Codes of Conduct for Translators and Interpreters in Afghanistan
Date of Award
6-9-2014
Document Type
Undergraduate Capstone Project
Degree Name
Master of Liberal Studies
Organizational Unit
University College, Global Community Engagement
Disciplines
Global Affairs
First Advisor
Heather Booth
Keywords
Afghanistan, Translation, Codes of conduct, Bilingualism, Interpretation, American Translators Association, International, United States, Trade
Abstract
This project examines what an ethical code of conduct would look like in Afghanistan through analysis of historical, cultural and linguistic aspects found within its regions, as well as an examination of ethical codes of conduct for translators and interpreters in other countries. While numerous ethical guidelines and codes of conduct for translators and interpreters exist throughout global communities, it seems that creating a successful standardized ethical code of conduct in Afghanistan may be difficult to achieve given cultural and linguistic complexities. An ethical code of conduct for translators and interpreters in Afghanistan should include particular focus on: cultural sensitivity and courtesy, impartiality, conflict of interest, options for withdrawal, as well as reflect the importance of Pashtunwali.
Publication Statement
Copyright is held by the author. Permanently suppressed.
Recommended Citation
O'Neill, Ashley, "Transcending Cultural and Language Differences: Ethical Codes of Conduct for Translators and Interpreters in Afghanistan" (2014). University College: Global Community Engagement Capstones. 25.
https://digitalcommons.du.edu/ucol_gs/25