Somali Language Validation Expert
Conducted cognitive interviews as part of a linguistic validation process to ensure conceptual equivalence and cultural accuracy of Somali translations. Performed forward and back translations to verify linguistic and conceptual consistency between versions. Led reconciliation between translation versions to finalize harmonized, accurate text. • Assessed respondent understanding and cultural relevance during cognitive interviews. • Verified accuracy via forward and back translation checks. • Reconciled translation variants to produce a finalized harmonized text. • Ensured cultural and conceptual alignment for validated materials.