2026 Utah Language Access Conference: Embedding Humanity into the Future #ULAC26

The Utah Language Access Conference (ULAC) is a joint effort from key stakeholders in language access and interpretation in the state of Utah, coming from varied organizations and industry backgrounds, including interpreters, translators, trainers, language companies, and consumers. The Utah Translators and Interpreters Association (UTIA) is a non-profit organization comprised of, and formed by, language professionals in Utah. UTIA’s goal is to advance and elevate the quality and availability of language services in Utah, and work for the development of the language access professions.

ULAC provides educational and networking opportunities for interpreters and translators working in healthcare, education, the legal field, and in the community at large.

Interpreters, translators, trainers, hospital and clinic administrators, compliance officers, language program coordinators, language companies and service providers from Utah and surrounding states are invited to gather for two days to share knowledge, enhance skills, exchange new policy trends and engage in other emerging topics impacting language access.

Our conference attracts professionals for spoken languages and ASL, and provides continuing education units (CEUs) for certified professionals (ATA, CCHI, NBCMI, RID, UIP, AOC).

Presentations, Workshops and Keynote Address Opportunities

The Utah Translators and Interpreters Association (UTIA) invites you to submit a presentation proposal for its 2026 Utah Language Access Conference: Embedding Humanity into the Future. This conference will provide workshops, panels, and presentations with applicable Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for the ATA, Utah Courts, RID, UIP, CCHI and NBCMI (CEUs will vary depending on the subject matter). ULAC 2026 will take place on September 18th and 19th at the Weber State University – Ogden Campus in northern Utah.

Proposals for workshops, panels, presentations, or posters in languages other than English are encouraged, specifically those in high demand in Utah. Workshops, panels, and presentations can be related to translation and localization, interpretation (both ASL and spoken languages, in any field: medical, legal, education, etc.), laws and regulations regarding Language Access, etc. The following list provides some examples of topics:

• Language Access rights (patient/defendant/student rights) and power dynamics
• Interpreting for a variety of behavioral health contexts
• Performance-based skills (consecutive mode, sight translation, simultaneous mode, note taking)
• Legal and Ethical considerations for interpreters (especially court and healthcare interpreters)
• Interpreting skills (note taking, time management, self-care, advocacy, cultural mediation, etc.)
• Interpreting for languages of lesser diffusion
• Applications of technology (including generative AI) that improve access to care/services, interpreter training, and on-the-job tools for working interpreters
• Requirements for professional licensing and/or certification
• Best practices as an independent contractor
• Terminology and key concepts for a specific field or specialization
• Legal and medical translation  
• Human-in-the-loop localization and LangOps

Sumission deadline: April 27, 2026. If you have any questions, please email admin@utianet.org.

Sponsorships and Exhibitor Opportunities

The Utah Language Access Conference was held in 2018, 2019 and 2024. We had over 150 attendees each session/day from 8 different states (see comments from attendees at utianet.org). This year we hope to host a larger group of interpreters, translators, industry stakeholders and students. As one of the very few states in the nation with a State Certification program for both ASL and spoken language medical interpreters, industry leaders from around the country look to Utah for direction and inspiration, and you can share that spotlight by being part of this event. Linguists are eager to expand their careers and are looking for agencies, educators, and industry leaders who support their goals.

 The Utah Language Access Conference serves as a rich and engaging gathering place for interpreters, interpreting students, translators, patient advocates, and medical staff to support each other in their shared goal of improving communication skills, access to services, quality, and excellence in the industry.

Your sponsorship will allow you to reach the Utah interpreting and translating community, and help keep our conference affordable and accessible!

What do we offer?

• Full-day exhibit hours with dedicated time in the program for attendees to focus solely on learning about your product/services.
• Specific networking activities to drive traffic to your table.
• Increasing your online presence by listing your company on the UTIA website and the Conference’s social media.
• Access to advocates, decision-makers, or influencers for services and programs.
• Among attendees will be managers and those in charge of departmental budgets or vendor contracts for their organizations, such as hospitals.
• Many attendees will come from the state’s largest healthcare systems and Integrated Delivery Networks.
• Sponsors and Exhibitors are welcome to all member networking events to build relationships with all prospects and customers.

We do not want you to miss out on this event to include your organization’s products, programs, and services to buyers and influencers, or talent recruitment for your organization! Our Conference Committee is organizing several activities designed to ensure traffic throughout the exhibit area to ensure networking and introduction opportunities. To reserve your spot and level of sponsorship, complete the enclosed registration form. Contact the sponsorship committee at sponsors@utianet.org

If you have questions about crafting a unique, customized sponsorship package for your organization, reach out to the sponsorship committee at sponsors@utianet.org.

2026 Promotional Opportunities

Gold Sponsor   (3 available)                              $3,000

The Gold Sponsor has optimal presence and visibility at the Utah Language Access Conference. This sponsorship offers unique pre- and post-conference visibility. Your Sponsorship includes the following:

• 3 conference registrations (a $390 value!).
• One exhibit space with a table (a $500 value!) with prominent placement.
• A one-year corporate membership to UTIA (a $250 value)
• A one-time e-blast promotional message to registered attendees.
• Distribution of two promotional items in the attendee welcome package.
• Sponsor listed on all conference publicity.
• The organization is mentioned at all Conference communications and prominent logo placements with acknowledgment in all promotional materials.
• UTIA will acknowledge your organization on social media and post a promotional video you make (up to 5 minutes).

Silver Sponsor                                        $2,000

Silver Sponsors are those high-level sponsors who desire to have high visibility and a strong presence at the Conference. Your Sponsorship includes the following:

• 2 conference registrations (a $260 value!).
• One exhibit space with a table (a $500 value!) with prominent placement.
• A one-year corporate membership to UTIA (a $250 value)
• Distribution of one promotional item in the attendee welcome package.
• Sponsor listed on all conference publicity.
• The organization is mentioned at all Conference communications and prominent logo placements with acknowledgment in publications.
• Social media acknowledgment.

Bronze Sponsor                                        $1,000

Bronze Sponsors are those sponsors who desire to have a participating presence and visibility at the Utah Language Access Conference. Your Sponsorship includes the following:

• One full conference registration (an $130 value!).
• One exhibit space with a table (a $500 value!).
• Prominent signage with logo during coffee breaks, breakfast, and lunch.
• Sponsor listed on all conference publicity.
• The organization will be mentioned in all Conference communications and prominent logo placements in all publications.
• Social media acknowledgment.

Conference Bag Sponsor                  $900

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Exhibitor                                        $500    

Exhibitors will each receive name recognition in the conference’s online program and will be listed on the conference’s social media webpage. Exhibitors receive one conference registration (an $130 value!). Each exhibit comes with a 6-foot table and one chair. Internet Wi-Fi is available in the exhibit hall at no additional charge. High attendee traffic to your table is guaranteed by our raffle entry form which must be signed by each exhibitor to be eligible to win prizes!

• Exhibitor (includes 1 conference registration)                

Promo Table                                            $150

Promo tables allow your organization to participate in our conference without the cost of sending a representative. Send us your print handouts and promotional items, we’ll place them on a table for you and refresh them throughout the event. Promo tables will be located in the exhibit hall, where attendees will have access to your information during the entire conference. NOTE: Representatives from your organization may not actively network at Promo Tables.                        

In-Kind Monetary Donation

Organizations that are unable to attend the conference are welcome to support this event through in-kind, tax-deductible donations. A portion of in-kind donations go towards our scholarship program, to provide free or discounted registrations for students, and/or scholarships towards interpreter training programs. The organization’s name will be included in the conference’s online program.

Raffle Prize Donation

UTIA will hold a raffle during the closing ceremony of the conference. Your donated gift adds value to promoting your company. Raffle items are an incentive to attend the conference, increasing the potential number of contacts for you. The organization name and raffle prize will be included in the conference online program and publicized via email and social media.

Sponsor/Exhibitor Selection and Contact Information

Please complete the online application and return it electronically to sponsors@utianet.org

Questions? Contact sponsors@utianet.org. The deadline to appear in online and print publicity is June 12, 2026.