Belarusian Sign Language interpreting

Practical interpreting for Deaf Belarusians

Outside Belarus, the practical solution is usually an interpreter who works in Russian Sign Language and is familiar with regional differences, and we provide one. For important legal or asylum appointments, a Deaf relay can help bridge local Belarusian vocabulary and make sure nothing is lost.

We arrange interpreting on site for immigration and asylum interviews, GP and hospital appointments, legal advice sessions and social services meetings, and by video remote interpreting for shorter appointments with an interpreter based elsewhere. Please tell us where the Deaf person went to school and whether they have learned the sign language of their new country, as that can change who we book. A female or male interpreter can be requested.

Signed video and document translation

Written Russian or Belarusian is a second language for many Deaf people. We translate important texts, including rights information, appointment letters, tenancy terms and health guidance, into recorded signed video prepared with a Deaf translator, and we translate signed video statements into written English. Belarusian identity documents and certificates, normally in Russian or Belarusian, are translated and certified by our Russian and Belarusian teams.

Because many Deaf Belarusians abroad are dealing with residence permits, work and healthcare at the same time, we can prepare a set of short signed videos explaining each step, so the person can rewatch them at home. Deaf Belarusians increasingly expect information in their own signing.

Transcripts of signed communication

Recorded sessions and video statements can be supplied with captions and written English transcripts, giving immigration caseworkers, solicitors and social workers a dependable record of what was said and signed. Where a Deaf relay was involved, the transcript notes any points that needed clarification.

Settings for our linguists in Belarusian Sign Language

Our vetted, trained and qualified interpreting teams can support immigration and asylum services, healthcare providers, legal advisers and social services working with Deaf Belarusians. SILA Linguists® coordinates the interpreting team through one project manager, checks that every professional is vetted, and protects every session with confidentiality agreements and UK GDPR. Abroad, our role is to give Deaf Belarusians good-quality access in their own signing.