Join us at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C. for an unforgettable evening celebrating the best in plain language across North America.
This year, we’re proud to honor outstanding clear communication in English, French, and Spanish from nonprofit, government, and public organizations. The event will also feature an inspiring keynote address from Cynthia Baur, PhD, an expert in audience-driven health communication.
Event Details
- Date: May 22, 2025
- Location: National Press Club, Washington, D.C.
- Dress code: Festive business attire
- Who Should Attend: This event is perfect for professionals who are passionate about clear communication—whether you work in the nonprofit, government, or corporate sector.
Meet Our Keynote Speaker
Cynthia Baur, PhD, is a health literacy and health communication expert focused on improving health literacy at the individual, family, community, and organizational levels. She directs the University of Maryland (UMD) Horowitz Center for Health Literacy, the nation’s first academic health literacy center, and is a professor in the Department of Behavioral and Community Health. Dr. Baur is the Principal Investigator on multiple federal and state funded projects on health literacy, clear communication, digital health, diabetes prevention, and organizational health literacy improvement. Dr. Baur provides training and expert advice to local, state, and national committees and initiatives. Before coming to UMD, she served for almost 20 years in the federal Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. She was CDC’s Plain Language and Health Literacy Lead from 2011 to 2016.
Awards Event Agenda
- Workshop: 1:30 – 5:00 PM
- Cocktails & Networking: 5:00 – 6:30 PM
- Banquet, Keynote Address & Awards Ceremony: 6:30 – 9:30 PM
Award Categories
We will recognize excellence in plain language communication across a variety of categories, including:
- Digital Content – Websites, social media, and digital communications
- Print Materials – Brochures, reports, and public-facing documents
- Multilingual Communication – Excellence in providing clear information across multiple languages
Plan Your Stay
Hotel details, including special event rates, will be available soon. Stay tuned for updates to make your trip even more convenient.
Get the Full ClearMark Experience with Our Workshop & Awards Bundle
Want to make the most of your day? Join our afternoon workshop, From Ideas to Impact: Plain Language Meets Design Thinking (1:30-5:00 PM ET) and attend the Awards at a special discounted rate.
Attend the workshop, the awards, or both with this discounted bundle option, available only until May 16—reserve your spot today!
Workshop InfoTicket Pricing
Secure your spot at North America’s premier plain language event.
Center Member or ClearMark Judge |
Government Employee | Non-Member | Late Registration
(May 16-22) |
|
Awards Event Only | $250 | $175 | $215 | $245 |
Awards Event Add-On
(Government employees only) |
—— | $150 | —— | —— |
Workshop Only | $250 | $250 | $285 | $315 |
Awards + Workshop Bundle | $400 | $400 | $475 | —— |
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We can’t wait to celebrate with you and showcase the best in plain language communication!
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