Plain Language: Accessibility for Content

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The presentation will focus on concerns and opportunities shared by the Section 508 and plain language communities. Topics will include:

• The shared goal of making it easy for everyone to understand and act on content
• Word choice
• Typography and layout
• Headings, lists, and tables
• Graphics

Presenters:

• Bethany Letalien, Section 508 Program Manager, U.S. Office of Personnel Management, Office of Communications
• Alex Wilson, Program Analyst, U.S. General Services Administration, Office of Government-wide Policy

The Plain Language Action and Information Network (PLAIN) is a group of federal employees from different agencies and specialties who support the use of clear communication in government writing. Join the Community of Practice.