Language barriers are a critical, yet often overlooked, dimension of improving health care experiences and outcomes. We invite researchers, administrators, policymakers, and hospital leaders to learn about pivotal research, policies, and initiatives aimed at improving language access within health systems.
Date: Friday, April 10, 2026
Time: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM PT (Breakfast and Lunch will be provided)
Morning large-group session: 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM (hybrid)
- 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM: Optional Breakfast
- 9:00 AM - 9:15 AM: Welcome
- 9:15 AM - 10:00 AM: Ignite Presentations
- 10:00 AM - 10:35 AM: "Interpretation and Language assessment: Progress and Remaining Challenges" Panel
- 10:45 AM - 11:20 AM: "Technological Advances in Language and Health: Innovations and Challenges" Panel
- 11:30 AM -12:30 PM: Keynote Speaker
Lunch: 12:30 -1:15 PM
Afternoon research-focused session: 1:15 PM - 4:00 PM (in-person only)
Location: UCSF Mission Bay, Wayne and Gladys Valley Center for Vision, Rooms 107/108 at 490 Illinois St. San Francisco, CA 94158
Registration is required to attend: https://tiny.ucsf.edu/LanguageAccess