Translators Needed
Are you fluent in a foreign language? PRF needs your help!
PRF strives to keep in touch with all families with Progeria, offering support and up-to-date medical information. Language should not be a barrier to our communicating with each and every family!
Imagine the isolation, fear and frustration they may feel, not only because their child has a rare disease shared by only a handful of others in the world, but also because they cannot understand what is available to them, such as treatment recommendations to give their child a better quality of life, and clinical studies that are vital to treatment trials. You can help bridge that gap for them.
If you, or someone you know can volunteer to translate our newsletter, documents and letters, please contact us at ctcoordinator@progeriaresearch.org
Many of our translators have been with PRF since its founding in 1999 and are truly a valuable part of our volunteer force. Thankfully, as Progeria awareness grows and more families join our growing community, we need more of you!
Download our Volunteer Application here:
Please return your completed translator application to ctcoordinator@progeriaresearch.org or fax to (978) 535-5849. You may also mail directly to our office:
The Progeria Research Foundation
PO Box 3453
Peabody, MA 01961
Don’t hesitate to contact our office if you have any questions!
Meet Some of Our Translators
Jialu
Language translated: Chinese
Country where you live: United States
How long have you translated for PRF: Since 2015
Comments you would like to share: I love to be able to use my language, educational, and cultural background to help the kids and their family, who are thousands of miles away. Even though I’ve never actually met any of them, I feel that we’re connected.
Alessia
Language translated: Italian
Country where you live: Italy
How long have you translated for PRF: Since 2007
Comments you would like to share: Many thanks to PRF for giving me the opportunity to help out and give something back. It is a real honor to see that my work has been used to help those in need.
Ellen
Language translated: Portuguese
Country where you live: United States
How long have you translated for PRF: Since 2011
Comments you would like to share: I learned about PRF when I was doing a project for my Biology class. My dream was to be a nurse at that time. Today I am an ER nurse and I am so proud to continue to help the PRF and all the lives the foundation touches.
Heike
Language translated: German
Country where you live: United States
How long have you translated for PRF: Since 1999
Comments you would like to share: The best thing about translating for me is that you actually can put a face for whom you’re translating for. Makes you feel you’re somewhat part of finding a cure in the smallest way. I love it.
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