Mariela Arnst is a translator for Global Voices in Spanish. Her translation of the story “Caribbean leaders and citizens recognise Pope Francis’ groundbreaking work” from English to Spanish has been nominated for the Lingua Translation Spotlight.

Once a quarter, Lingua Translation Managers select one or two outstanding translations that deserve a special round of applause. Gabriela García Calderón Orbe, the Spanish Lingua Translation Manager at Global Voices, commented:

Thanks to Mariela, who works very fast, GV-ES was able to publish this breaking news translation the same day the original English post was online.

Much appreciated, Mariela! Take a look at her translation on the Global Voices in Spanish website:

Líderes y ciudadanos caribeños reconocen innovadora labor del papa Francisco

Su compasión, su defensa de los pobres, los refugiados y los inmigrantes, así como su acercamiento a la comunidad LGBTQ+ y a otros grupos marginados, le valieron numerosos admiradores.