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Translation enables people of all backgrounds and cultures to have a voice. Our clients use language to foster understanding and expand opportunities. The result: greater equality, deeper civic engagement, and thriving communities.
As language experts, we help you maximize impact by adapting your materials for diverse audiences. So you can engage the people you want to reach—in their language.
Our Work
Safe Is Sexy: Adapting Boston’s Public Health Message for Multilingual Communities
Boston Public Health Commission/the STUDIO NYC
Empowering New York City Voters: The Impact of Translation Services
NYC Campaign Finance Board
Thank you again for the quick turnaround on our project! It was a huge success. Your customer service was impeccable, and we’ll definitely continue to turn to Eriksen for our translation needs!
Mel Harper, National Gallery of Art
It was so great working with the Norwegian specialist, and I really hope he enjoyed his time with us. He was absolutely essential for our success on the commercial shoot. Thank you so much for all of your help over the last few weeks.
Spencer LeClaire, Production Supervisor/Manager
Eriksen Translations has assisted us since 2013 and we have always been very happy with the quality of their work. Most recently, our foreign visitors appreciated their translations for Our Local War Heroes exhibition. We will continue to use Eriksen for future translations thanks to their flexibility, quick delivery, and the value of their services.
Harald Gåsø, Major, Director, Bergenhus Fortress Museum, Norway
Without fail, Eriksen has come through for us for the last 16 years. They come through - on-time, on budget and flawlessly.
Peter Byrnes, Co-Founder & CEO, Fundraise Up
Our Insights
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a language services provider?
A language services provider (LSP) is a company that offers professional translation, interpreting, localization, and related multilingual services. LSPs help organizations communicate accurately and effectively with audiences who speak different languages or come from different cultural backgrounds.
What is language access?
Language access refers to the right of people with limited English proficiency (LEP) to receive services and information in a language they can understand. Federal law and many state and local regulations require organizations, particularly in healthcare, government, and social services, to provide language access services including translated materials and interpreter services.
What is the difference between translation and localization?
Translation converts content from one language to another. Localization goes further, adapting content to the cultural, regulatory, and stylistic expectations of a specific audience or market, including tone, imagery, units of measurement, and more.
What is transcreation?
Transcreation is a form of creative adaptation used in marketing, advertising, and brand communications. Rather than translating word for word, transcreation adapts the message, tone, and emotional impact of content so it resonates authentically with a new audience.
How does AI translation work with human expertise?
Modern language services combine AI-powered machine translation with human review and editing. AI enables faster, more cost-effective translation at scale, while human linguists ensure accuracy, cultural nuance, subject-matter expertise, and brand consistency, particularly for customer-facing, legal, medical, or creative content.
What kinds of organizations work with Eriksen?
Eriksen works with organizations of all sizes and sectors, from city agencies and cultural institutions to global corporations and community nonprofits. If your organization needs to communicate across languages and cultures, we can help.
Can Eriksen handle specialized or technical content?
Yes. Our linguists include subject-matter experts across a wide range of fields, including healthcare, legal, financial, scientific, and creative content. We match every project with linguists who understand both the language and the subject matter.