Languages & The Media

11/03/2026

🎉 Registration is now open for Languages & The Media 2026

Join us from 4–6 November 2026 at Senate House, London for the 16th edition of the international conference and exhibition on language transfer in audiovisual media.

Languages & The Media offers a unique opportunity for the global community to meet in person, share insights and expertise, build new connections, and learn from international researchers, practitioners, executives and decision-makers about emerging technologies and new practices shaping the industry.

🎟 Early-bird rates are available until 17 April 2026.
Secure your place and learn more here: https://forms.languages-media.com/registration/

26/02/2026

AI is moving fast in localization, and it’s encouraging to see initiatives creating space for these conversations.

The AI Localization Think Tank is launching AI ThoughtCon 2026, a free three-day online event exploring trust, ethics, bias, training and real-world AI implementation in localization.

Bringing together historians, researchers, linguists, developers and industry voices, the programme focuses on the questions that matter most for our profession - not just the technology itself.

🗓 30 March – 1 April
🌍 Online & free to attend
Learn more and register here: https://www.ailocthinktank.com/aithoughtcon

Localization professionals have long enabled global business and communication. Today, our role expands. We can become educators, stewards, and custodians of ethics and responsible governance in a world that doesn’t have to be just AI-first.

23/01/2026

The Call for Proposals for Languages & The Media 2026 has officially closed. 🎬

Following a 30% increase in submissions compared with the previous edition, this year’s Call has set a new record in the event’s 30-year history, highlighting the growing global engagement with access services and language transfer in audiovisual media. The strong response reflects both the relevance of the conference theme - Moving Images That Move Audiences: Localizing with Intent - and the sector’s continued momentum.

Thank you to everyone who contributed proposals. The breadth of perspectives and expertise received is a testament to the conference’s role as a leading forum for dialogue and best practice across the media localization landscape.

The programme committee will now begin reviewing submissions to curate an agenda addressing the key challenges and trends in the industry today. More updates to follow.

📍 London | 4–6 November 2026

12/01/2026

⏳ One week to go!

The Call for Proposals for Languages & The Media 2026 closes on 16 January 2026.

Under the theme “Moving Images That Move Audiences: Localizing with Intent,” the 16th edition will bring global voices together to explore quality, purpose, sustainability, and innovation in media localization and accessibility.

📍 London | 4–6 November 2026
👉 Submit your proposal: https://www.languages-media.com

Save the date! Languages & The Media returns for its 16th edition from 4 to 6 November 2026 at Senate House, London. This leading international conference brings together professionals in audiovisual translation, accessibility, media localisation, and language technology. Under the theme "Moving Ima...

19/12/2025

📢 A friendly reminder that The Call for Proposals for Languages & The Media 2026 is now open, with submissions due by 16 January 2026.

📍 4–6 November 2026 | Senate House, University of London
🎬 Theme: “Moving Images That Move Audiences: Localizing with Intent”

We invite proposals on topics such as:
✔️ Industry Practices
✔️ Technology
✔️ Research Approaches
✔️ Language Access Practices
✔️ Videogame Localization
✔️ Policy & Social Impact

Join global thought leaders, content owners, language service providers, technology developers, educators, researchers, and language professionals shaping the future of media localization.

🗓️ Submission Deadline: 16 January 2026
👉 Apply now: https://forms.languages-media.com/proposal
🌐 More details: https://www.languages-media.com/

Save the date! Languages & The Media returns for its 16th edition from 4 to 6 November 2026 at Senate House, London. This leading international conference brings together professionals in audiovisual translation, accessibility, media localisation, and language technology. Under the theme "Moving Ima...

03/10/2025

📢 The Call for Proposals is now open for Languages & The Media 2026!
📍 4–6 November 2026 | Senate House, University of London

🎬 Theme: “Moving Images That Move Audiences: Localizing with Intent”

We invite proposals on topics such as:
✔️ Industry Practices
✔️ Technology
✔️ Research Approaches
✔️ Language Access Practices
✔️ Videogame Localization
✔️ Policy & Social Impact

Join global thought leaders, content owners, language service providers, technology developers, educators, researchers, and language professionals shaping the future of media localization.

🗓️ Submission Deadline: 16 January 2026
👉 Apply now: https://forms.languages-media.com/proposal
🌐 More details: https://www.languages-media.com/

01/04/2025

Explore the 2025 Nimdzi 100 Preliminary Ranking!

Dive into the initial insights shaping the language services industry this year. The 2025 Nimdzi 100 Preliminary Ranking highlights key market dynamics, growth trends, and industry shifts that will define the year ahead.

These early findings provide a first step in understanding where the industry is headed in 2025—helping businesses stay informed and ahead of the curve.