Find a Translator

Much of the material in YIVO’s Archives and Library are in languages other than English, notably Yiddish, Hebrew, Russian, Polish, and German.

YIVO cannot provide translation services but there are freelance translators who might be able to assist you with your research. Among them are those listed below. If you are interested in being added to this list, please contact:

Dr. Eddy Portnoy
Senior Academic Advisor & Director of Exhibitions
(212) 294-6139

The translators listed below are not employees or subcontractors of YIVO and/or any arrangements made are a private matter between you and the translator. YIVO does not accept responsibility for financial arrangements or quality of work and cannot arbitrate on any disagreements between patrons and translators.

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