The Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf

The Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) is a professional organization that certifies and supports sign language interpreters. It sets standards for interpreting skills and ethics, ensuring interpreters are qualified to facilitate effective communication between deaf or hard-of-hearing individuals and hearing people. RID also provides resources, advocacy, and promotes professional development within the interpreting community. Its certification programs help verify an interpreter’s competence and commitment to high-quality, culturally responsive interpreting services across various settings.