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Thank you for partnering with us!

Thank you for partnering with us to improve the ASL interpreting profession in Oregon. As a member of ORID you join our effort and that of the national RID organization to advocate for best practices in interpreting, professional development for practitioners, and for highest standards in the provision of interpreting services for diverse users of languages that are signed or spoken.

ORID offers a discount to OAD members!  For more information, contact membership@orid.org

ORID Members receive the following benefits:

  • Voting (Certified and Associate members only)

  • Discounted workshop registration (when available)

  • Free CEU processing for ORID sponsored workshops and events

  • Semi-annual newsletters keeping you informed on dates and events

  • Eligibility to apply for the Certification Scholarship (Associate and Student/Supporting members only)

  • Company name and link to website on our Organization Members page (Organization/Institutional members only)

  • Able to join and serve on committees to help shape ORID and the profession

  • Opportunities to socialize and network with other interpreters

To join or renew your membership check the categories below and then proceed to the boxes to pick either a one time payment or a yearly membership.

ORID ofFers FIVE categories of membership: 

Certified Member

Any interpreter or transliterator of American Sign Language and/or English who holds valid certification accepted by the RID, Inc.

Associate Member 

Any individual who is actively engaged in the interpretation of American Sign Language and English and/or the transliteration of English, but who does not hold valid certification accepted by the RID, Inc.

K-12 Member 

Any individual who is actively engaged in the interpretation of American Sign Language and English and/or the transliteration of English, and who is employed primarily in K-12 settings.  

Organizational/Institutional Member

Any organization/institution with an interest in supporting the purposes and activities of the organization.

Student/Supporting Member

Any pre-certified individual currently enrolled in a course of study in interpretation of American Sign Language and English and/or the transliteration of English. OR Any non-certified individual with an interest in supporting the purposes and activities of the organization who does not meet eligibility requirements for Sections 2.A, 2.B, or 2.C under Article III Membership.

Purchase memberships below

if you have any questions please Contact membership@orid.org 

  • Student/Supporting

    20$
    For students or people non-eligible for other memberships.
    Valid for one year
  • Associate Membership

    40$
    For non-certified professional interpreters.
    Valid for one year
  • Certified Membership

    45$
    For certified professional interpreters.
    Valid for one year
  • Organizational

    60$
    For organizations.
    Valid for one year
  • K-12 Membership

    30$
    For professional interpreters in K-12 settings.
    Valid for one year

Plans marked "Every year" will automatically renew every 12 months from the first date of purchase, until you cancel it. For questions or to cancel your renewing membership, please email membership@orid.org.

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