KyRID - Kentucky Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf

03/14/2026

🌸 KyRID Spring Professional Development Event – Save the Date! 🌸

Join us June 5–6 for an exciting Spring Professional Development event designed to inspire learning, collaboration, and growth!

📅 Dates: June 5–6
⏰ Early Bird Registration Deadline: May 1

More details about sessions, speakers, and registration will be coming soon, but we encourage you to mark your calendars now and plan to take advantage of early bird pricing by registering before May 1. For more info and to register: https://www.kyrid.org/about-5-1

Stay tuned for more information — we can’t wait to share what we have planned!

01/29/2026

🎓 *Scholarship & Award Applications Now Open!* 🎓

We’re excited to announce that applications are now open for *three opportunities* supporting members on their professional journey:

✨ *Carrie Mosley Award*
✨ *Norma Lewis Scholarship*
✨ *Timothy “TimO” Owens Scholarship*

These scholarships are designed to recognize dedication, leadership, and commitment to growth. If you or someone you know is eligible, we encourage you to apply!

📝 *Applications are open now*
📅 *Deadline:* March 01, 2026
🔗 *Apply here:* https://www.kyrid.org/awards-and-scholarships

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01/28/2026

05/14/2025

Wondering what to do this weekend? Come join us in Frankfort for our annual conference and member meeting! Registration is still open! Earn up to 1.3 CEUs, some of those in ethics and PPO.

For more info or to register-- kyrid.org/s25conference

04/30/2025

Just a reminder that we are looking for passionate, committed individuals to serve the profession by joining hte KyRID Board of Directors! Submit your name or the name of someone you think would be an asset to the organization and the profession! https://www.kyrid.org/team-1

04/10/2025

Just a reminder! Prices go up on 4/16! Register now! kyrid.org/s25conference

04/08/2025

KBI has approved a "Summary of Amendments" document, basically summarizing the changes to the regulations that went into effect on Feb 16, 2025.

KyRID commissioned a translation of the changes into ASL which can be seen here: https://kyrid.org/ -translation-kbi

Link to the written summary document and full regulations are under the posted video.

KYRID is a non-profit organization of interpreters for the D/deaf and hard-of-hearing persons, students of interpreting and consumers. The principle objective of KYRID is to initiate, sponsor, promote, and execute policies and activities that will further the profession of interpretation of ASL.

04/02/2025

Register Now for the Spring 2025 Conference, happening May 16-17 in Frankfort! Register soon to take advantage of our early bird specials!

More information can be found here: www.kyrid.org/s25conference

03/18/2025

Were you interested in the webinar about best practices when working with New Americans??? We have great news! We're hosting a second webinar on April 17th. (Same workshop, second session!) Sign up below!

Workshop will be held April 17, 6-9pm EASTERN time.

This workshop is limited to 25 participants!

Examine the evolving sign language landscape and its implications for ASL interpreters and Deaf advocates. Learn about new sign terminology used by New Deaf Americans from diverse backgrounds, including refugees, immigrants, and asylum seekers, and explore common interpreting dilemmas and learn prac...

03/10/2025

UPDATE!!!!! We have ~7 seats still available for the 4/17 date! Come join us!

WE have opened a 2nd date!!! There are still seats available for the April 17th workshop! Visit our workshop page for more info!

Happy Monday!!!! KyRID in conjunction with KYBHDID is proud to offer this workshop on April 17, 2025 via Zoom! If you're a member and want to pay the member price, check your email for the coupon code! Thank you for everything you do!

Register at kyrid.org/workshops

02/21/2025

Spring Conference SAVE THE DATE! May 16-17, 2025, in Frankfort

02/21/2025

It's Scholarships and Awards season! For more information and to apply, please visit our website: https://www.kyrid.org/awards-and-scholarships