About Us

Our Mission

“To provide access to on-going education and resource materials and promote involvement within the field of sign language interpreting.”

The South Dakota Interpreters Association (SDIA) is a statewide nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting interpreters and strengthening the interpreting profession throughout South Dakota. Through membership, donations, workshop attendance, and community support, SDIA is able to provide educational opportunities, professional development, and resources for interpreters at all stages of their careers.

Your support allows SDIA to bring presenters and educators to South Dakota to offer workshops on a variety of topics relevant to the interpreting profession. These opportunities encourage continued learning, skill development, connection, and growth within our interpreting community.

SDIA also serves as a collective voice for interpreters across South Dakota. By becoming involved, you have the opportunity to help shape the future of our profession, advocate for positive change, build meaningful professional connections, and contribute to the continued growth of interpreting services throughout our state.

Whether you participate in a workshop, become a member, volunteer, donate, or simply stay connected, your involvement helps us continue our mission.

Together, we can strengthen our profession, support one another, and help build a stronger future for interpreting in South Dakota.

Please contact us with any questions or to learn more about getting involved with SDIA.

Meet The 2026 - 2027 SDIA Board

President Hailey King

Work Position:

Certified Interpreter
South Dakota Department of Human Services - Division of Rehabilitation Services Deaf Services Program Specialist

Interesting Fact:

Hailey is a co-owner of a small business called Reannrie Market. She also owns a photography business.

Goals and Vision for SDIA:

Hailey envisions a future where SDIA continues to expand its reach, strengthening support for interpreters while fostering greater access and equity for the Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and DeafBlind communities. Her goals center on building sustainable programs, cultivating mentorship opportunities, and ensuring that interpreters feel valued and empowered in their work. With a focus on long-term growth and collaboration, Hailey is dedicated to guiding SDIA toward a future that reflects both innovation and community-centered impact.

Vice President Mychal Hadrich

Work Position:

Certified Interpreter
Assistant Professor of Sign Language Interpreting at Augustana University
Co-Owner of Stage Right Interpreting

Interesting Fact:

Mychal has completed an Ironman Distance Triathlon!

Goals and Vision for SDIA:

As Vice President, Mychal would like to support SDIA in continuing to be a place where interpreters come together, engage, and actively contribute to the future of the profession in South Dakota. He values professional development not only as a way to earn CEUs, but as a space for dialogue, reflection, disagreement, and growth. Our best practices are developed when interpreters are willing to gather, discuss, and challenge one another, raising the bar for better services for the Deaf, DeafBlind, and hard-of-hearing communities.

As Vice President, Mychal will help SDIA continue to create opportunities for interpreters to connect across experience levels and regions of the state. He would also like to strengthen the collaboration with SDAD, SDDROP, Augustana University, agencies, employers, Deaf community members, and other stakeholders. Mychal's vision is for SDIA to remain a professional home where members are engaged, connected, and actively shape the future of the interpreting profession in South Dakota.

Secretary Amanda Maguire

Work Position:

Certified Interpreter
Co-owner of Stage Right Interpreting Company
Interpreter Mentor

Interesting Fact:

Amanda graduated high school at the young age of 16!

Goals and Vision for SDIA:

Amanda would love to see SDIA continue to partner with SDAD, develop a joint committee for LGBTQIA representation support, create a sense of cooperation and reduce organizational stress. She would also love to encourage support for mentors and ongoing development of our profession.

Treasurer Sarah Moeller

Work Position:

Certified Interpreter
Sioux Falls School District Educational Interpreter

Interesting Fact:

Sarah cannot resist cheeseballs, hot tea, and taking walks through nature.

Goals and Vision for SDIA:

Sarah is passionate about serving in a leadership role that promotes inclusivity and strengthens connections within the interpreting community. She hopes to build on SDIA's strong foundation while creating additional opportunities for interpreters across the state to come together, collaborate, and grow both professionally and personally.

Workshop Coordinator Katie Peterson

Work Position:

Certified Interpreter
Co-Director of SD Deaf Resource and Outreach Programs (SD DROP)

Interesting Fact:

Goals and Vision for SDIA:

Katie is a strong advocate for continuing education and believes professional development opportunities should be accessible to interpreters across the entire state. She is committed to increasing participation and SDIA membership by expanding engagement with interpreters outside the Sioux Falls area and fostering a stronger, more connected statewide interpreting community.

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Updated Bylaws - 12/31/25

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