Don’t blame your readers for not understanding
…that I’m an editor and a proponent of plain language. In response, I often hear stories like these: “People just don’t read anymore! Our office has very clear signs to…
The power of simple words
The introduction to this fun video of popular songs with unplain lyrics says, using “long, fancy words designed to show off your intelligence and vocabulary are all very well, but…
ClearMark Awards submissions webinar
We’re getting ready for the tenth annual ClearMark Awards, which recognize excellence in plain language. Do you have an entry to submit or just want to learn more? View the…
2017 ClearMark Winners
The ClearMark awards recognize the best plain language communication written for consumers. 2017 categories include: Original Documents | Before/After Documents | Website | Multimedia | Spanish Grand ClearMark Winners Grand…
Thank you, Donna Creason
Donna led the creation of the Center’s first eBook, titled, “Clear Communication with Clear Results: How to start a plain language program where you work.” Offered free to new members,…
Clarity comes from the top
…of CommunicateHealth, Inc. The company is ranked #824 on the Inc. 500/5000 list of fastest growing companies. Stacy served on the Board of Directors of the Center for Plain Language….
Hotels for the ClearMark 2024 Awards event
…or book online to make your reservation. If booking by phone, mention you are part of the Center for Plain Language event to get the discount. Hotel $ per night*…
Why should you care about bad forms?
…Inc., has conducted some of the most high-profile plain-language projects in the U.S., including revamping the entire set of forms for the federal bankruptcy system, creating the Social Security Statement,…
World Usability Day
The airlines take a lot of guff for how they work – or don’t work. We can complain about the boarding process. (Cattle in a chute?) And it’s fair to…
Submit to the 2020 ClearMark Awards
Whether you create content for public, private, or nonprofit organizations, we want to see your best plain language work. These links will help you prepare your entry: ClearMark Awards Tips…
Online Accessibility Workshop
…designers • Technical writers • Graphic designers • Content publishers • Plain language specialists • Project managers What’s the Agenda? 1. What are the challenges people face? 2. What…
Treasurer – Volunteer
The Center for Plain Language is seeking a volunteer treasurer. The treasurer is an appointed, voting board member who serves at the pleasure of the Chair and the board. The…
Center Member Meetups
We regularly host Member Meetups on a certain topics. The Meetups are an opportunity for members to discuss specific plain language issues and to build meaningful connections with peers who…
Give us your feedback?
…in Denver, Colorado. Her company, Circuit Media, provides design, communications, staffing and logistics services to law and government. She is also on the board of the Center for Plain Language….
Because I said so: A video from Baltimore Sun’s editor, John McIntyre
…a linguist, former court interpreter, and founder of Transcend, a language services company in California. She loves teaching plain language and enjoys the challenge of translating inaccessible text into language…