Plain Language
Plain Language: Accessibility for Content
Learn what the plain language and accessibility communities share: opportunities to help people get and understand information. Find out what you can do to help.
Wednesday, March 10, 2021 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM ET
Hosted by Digital.gov and the Plain Language Community of Practice
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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.
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