Office of Language Access

Language Access Training

How to Work with Limited English Proficient (LEP) Clients

Are you finding communication with LEP clients challenging?

Join us for an insightful workshop where you’ll learn 8 tips to overcome barriers to communicating with LEP clients. Adapt these practical tips for communication with a broad range of non-native speakers from diverse cultural backgrounds.

Trainer: Christopher Dimmick

Chris is a professional interpreter with over 3 decades of experience in international communication. As a Master-Level Certified Spanish Court Interpreter and a nationally Certified Medical Interpreter, Chris has a wealth of expertise in legal, diplomatic, business, medical, and agricultural contexts. With a degree in Spanish Translation and Interpretation, he has interpreted across various settings in over 21 countries and every U.S. state.

When & Where

Location	Date and Time	Registration Link
Hilo – Hilo Courthouse – Jury Assembly Room	September 11, 2023 – 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM	Hilo Training
Kona – Kona Courthouse Driver Education Classroom	September 13, 2023 – 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM	Kona Training
Honolulu – The Supreme Court Building – Room 101	September 12, 2023 – 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM	Honolulu Training Session 1
Honolulu – The Supreme Court Building – Room 101	September 18, 2023 – 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM	Honolulu Training Session 2
Kauai – Kauai War Memorial Convention Hall	September 20, 2023 – 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM	Kauai Training
Virtual – Zoom	September 21, 2023 – 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM	Zoom Training