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SUMMER 2024 The Linguist 27
CONFERENCE SEASON
The top performers in CIOL exams were recognised in
the CIOL Awards ceremony 2024, along with those who
have made outstanding contributions to languages
Rafał Byzdra, who was the best DPSI
candidate this year, brought his young family
to the awards ceremony in March – inspiring
the next generations of language
professionals. They pose with his trophy and
the Threlford Cup following a ceremony to
celebrate the award-winners' achievements.
Professor Michael Kelly OBE receives the
David Crystal Award for his outstanding
contribution to the field of languages. A
strong advocate for language learning, he
was a prime mover in the Nuffield Language
Inquiry and has directed several UK projects.
The co-founder of Charity Translators,
Cari Bottois, has fun with John Worne and
the Threlford Cup. The charity supports a
wide variety of projects, in areas as diverse as
human rights and palliative care, through
their community of over 1,500 volunteers.
Awarding excellence
(L-r) Winners Rafał Byzdra (best DPSI),
Michael Kelly (David Crystal Award), Jenifer
Atkins (best CertTrans), Katarzyna Trzeciak
(best DipTrans) and Cari Bottois of Charity
Translators (Threlford Cup) with CIOL CEO
John Worne and Vice-President Jean Coussins.
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