Inc. 5000 logo Named to the 2024 Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies and ranked among the world’s top 100 language service providers by CSA Research

Inc. 5000 logo Named to the 2024 Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies and ranked among the world’s top 100 language service providers by CSA Research

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Public Sector

Inclusive Language

At Eriksen, we encourage the use of person-first, inclusive language. We help our clients develop language that expresses evolving terminology with sensitivity and is respectful of the perspectives of marginalized communities. Our team presents alternatives to outdated or problematic language. Additionally, we offer specialized services to create glossaries of culturally sensitive terms and phrases, ensuring consistent, ongoing usage of agreed-upon terminology.

NYC GALA Roadshow

Eriksen Translations and NYU School of Professional Studies co-organized the inaugural GALA (Globalization and Localization Association) Roadshow in NYC. Held on June 25, the event focused on language accessibility and inclusion. Our EVP, Kevin Hudson, joined speakers from the New York State Office of Language Access, the NYC Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs, Ross Perlin with the Endangered Language Alliance, and representatives from NYU.

NYC GALA Roadshow

New York State Person-First and Identity-First Language Glossary

The New York State Office of General Services (OGS) has published a Person-First and Identity-First Language Glossary, available in 14 languages. With this resource, OGS aims to raise awareness and support the use of culturally sensitive terms and phrases that center the voices and perspectives of those who are often marginalized or stereotyped. Visit the OGS website to learn more.

Accessibility Services

Government agencies must provide inclusive services for residents with diverse needs. Eriksen offers a suite of accessibility services, including the adaptation of materials into braille or large print formats, as well as captioning and audio description for video content. We ensure that digital content, whether on websites, in documents, or via multimedia, meets WCAG or PDF/UA standards. These services guarantee that content is accessible to all individuals, regardless of their abilities.


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WBE Certified

Many government agencies embrace inclusive procurement practices. As a certified woman-owned business, Eriksen helps our clients meet their diversity goals. We are certified as a woman-owned business enterprise (WBE) by New York State, New York City, New Jersey, the Port Authority of NY & NJ, and the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC).


Master Contracts

New York State Office of General Services: Eriksen is an approved vendor for contract #23253 Language Services, translation and typesetting. Eriksen is one of multiple contractors/resellers available on this OGS contract award.

State of Delaware: Eriksen is approved as a provider of Written Translation Services under the State of Delaware contract #GSS24602-LINGUIST.

 

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featured work

Empowering New York City Voters: The Impact of Translation Services
NYC Campaign Finance Board
Localizing Interactive Sexual Harassment Prevention Training
New York City Commission on Human Rights
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