English ↔ French · Humanitarian, development, Legal
A translation practice
for missions where every word matters.
Award-winning linguist serving NGOs, civil society and legal organizations.
We build the linguistic infrastructure your mission requires.
Woman-led business · 1.5M+ words donated pro bono · SME Climate Hub · UN Race to Zero
Our Services
Linguistic Strategy Tailored to Your Mission
Translation
Precision-led translation for high-stakes impact. We reconstruct meaning — capturing nuance, institutional tone and cultural impact.
Proofreading & Editing
One extra comma can change meaning or undermine credibility. Bilingual editing for consistency, precision and professional tone.
Retainers & Advisory
Expert language support on tap: priority access, brand-voice consistency, and ongoing advice on tone, risk and compliance.
Who we serve
- UNHCR
- UN OCHA
- World Food Programme
- World Health Organization
- USAID
- Global Fund
- International Rescue Committee
- Save the Children
- CARE International
- IUCN
All the organisations we have served, directly or indirectly →
The linguist behind the practice
Gladis Audi, Chartered Linguist
Chartered Linguist (MCIL CL) · DipTrans · Member of CIOL, ATA and SFT.
Two master’s degrees in EN<FR translation and legal translation, a BA in international relations, and several diplomas in humanitarian communication, NGO management, migration, refugees and IDPs, needs assessment drafting and contract drafting, safeguarding, and more.
More than fifteen years translating from English into French for UN agencies, international organizations, NGOs and law firms.
Senior reviser for Translators Without Borders; recipient of the Access to Knowledge International Award.
Words We Trust is a sole proprietorship registered in France (SIRET 100 910 025 00012) and has donated more than 1.5 million words to humanitarian causes.
“Communication is an investment in trust. We ensure your first impression is as precise as your mission.”
Words We Trust · Connecting people
Pro Bono
Language should not be a barrier to impact.
We allocate ~5% of our annual capacity to organizations advancing the Sustainable Development Goals — human rights, access to justice, gender equity, humanitarian response. Same rigour, same register, same revision process as any paid engagement.
Eligibility
ECOSOC status required
Civil-society organizations provide documentation of non-profit status. No rush jobs; 15,000-word maximum per project. We will be honest about availability and fit.