National organizations are those that operate on a national level, while regional organizations are those that operate on a regional level. State-based groups are those that operate within a specific state. Each of these types of groups has its own benefits and drawbacks.
National interpreter organizations can provide a lot of resources and support to interpreters, but they may not be as accessible to individual interpreters as regional or state-based groups. Regional interpreter organizations can be more accessible to individual interpreters, but they may not have as many resources as national groups. State-based interpreter organizations are the most accessible to individual interpreters, but they may not have as many resources or be as well-known as national or regional groups.
It’s important to consider the benefits and drawbacks of each type of interpreter organization before deciding which one is right for you.