. What We Do .

Multicultural Community Service (MCS) is dedicated to fostering community transformation through language services, civic engagement facilitation, and training. We connect individuals across cultures, empowering them with the tools to build inclusive and thriving communities.

Language Access Services

MCS offers comprehensive language services to nonprofit organizations, government agencies, academic institutions, and business in the Washington, DC metropolitan area. 

Our three main services in this area are Interpretation, Translation, and Transcription.

Interpretation

We provide professional interpreters for events in single or multiple languages, with or without interpreter equipment. Common settings include small meetings, hearings, private consultations, and conferences. Our most requested languages include Spanish, French, Amharic, Mandarin, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic. 

Translation

We offer certified document translation services from one language to another. 

Transcription

We also provide accurate transcription services, which convert spoken language into written text. 

Civic Engagement Facilitation Services

At MCS, we foster inclusive dialogue and empower diverse voices to shape a thriving civic life in the Washington, DC metropolitan area.

What we offer:

  • Community Conversations: Facilitated discussions among community members, leaders, and organizations to promote inclusivity, shared understanding, and transformational change.
  • Civic Education: Programs to enhance knowledge of government, democracy, and responsible participation, focusing on civic knowledge, skills, and attitudes.
  • Forums and Dialogues: Opportunities for community members to share their experiences and aspirations on key topics, inspiring collaborative solutions and collective action.
  • Organizational Insights: Facilitated focus groups and dialogues to help local organizations better understand and serve their communities.
  • Conflict Transformation: Programs rooted in research and best practices to resolve conflict and promote long-lasting, positive change.

MCS prioritizes trust, respect, and inclusivity in every interaction, ensuring community voices shape our programs and solutions for a better future.