BDÜ

BDÜ stands for Bundesverband der Dolmetscher und Übersetzer e.V., the national professional association for interpreters and translators in Germany. As a non-profit registered association, it represents the interests of language professionals, supports professional development, and promotes high standards of quality and ethics in the translation and interpreting professions. The BDÜ serves its members through networking opportunities, continuing education, and professional resources. It operates a directory of members and provides guidance on industry issues, contracts, and business practices, as well as access to seminars, webinars, and regional events.

Membership is open to trained interpreters and translators who meet the association's professional criteria; regional or local associations (Landesverbände) coordinate local activities and provide support to members. The BDÜ also engages in advocacy on matters affecting the language services market, including professional recognition, training, and working conditions, and it collaborates with other industry bodies and policymakers to raise awareness of language access needs.

In addition to its services to members, the BDÜ publishes information resources, professional guidelines, and communications for the wider language professions, and it hosts events such as annual conferences or meetings that bring together practitioners, clients, and educators.