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Many of us can probably recite the definition of plain language by heart: “A communication is in plain language if its wording, structure, and design are so clear that the intended audience can easily find what they need, understand what they find, and use that information.”
Tereza Costa is a biologist working at a public health institution in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. She has experience as an editor and writes science and biology textbooks for children and teenagers.
The Plain Language Association InterNational (PLAIN) is an international association that promotes clear communication in all languages.
It is with great pride that Joanna Richardson hands over the presidency of PLAIN to Lodewijk van Noort. As Joanna says “Hosting #PLAIN2023 in Buenos Aires was the experience of a lifetime. With my mission accomplished I am delighted to entrust the presidency of PLAIN to Lodewijk van Noort. I know he’ll lead PLAIN to even greater places!”
The PLAIN e-journal Vol5 No2 2023 is now available to read for members. We think this edition’s theme Collaboration: The Heart of Plain Language Advancement will complement nicely with the PLAIN conference currently underway.
A very warm welcome to PLAIN's new board voted in at our recent AGM.
We wish a heartfelt farewell to all the board members stepping down – you will be missed! But we're very excited to see where the new board takes PLAIN in 2024.
We wish a heartfelt farewell to all the board members stepping down – you will be missed! But we're very excited to see where the new board takes PLAIN in 2024.
Join a panel of experts who will answer your questions about securing buy-in across an organization for implementing plain language. Get practical advice from people who have successfully advocated for plain language in a variety of organizations. You can submit your questions when you register for the event.
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In her career as editor, teacher, advisor, and lawyer, Mónica has seen the negative effects of traditional writing on an individual, institutional, and social scale. For this, she has seen the need to innovate writing.
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Antonio is a passionate and entertaining teacher with a PhD in Spanish Philology, and an enthusiastic communicator of language. He is also: CEO of CÁLAMO&CRAN, PUBLISHNEWS and EnClaro (Spanish Plain Language).
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Lodewijk van Noort (Ludo) will keep you updated with developments and what to watch out for at PLAIN2023.
In episode 1, talks with speakers and attendees about their experiences highlights the days insights and lessons learnt.
In episode 1, talks with speakers and attendees about their experiences highlights the days insights and lessons learnt.
PLAIN has been connecting plain language people for 30 years now. To celebrate, we’re putting together a collection of 30 of the people who have kept the campaign thriving.
Our first guest is Lynda Harris from New Zealand.
Our first guest is Lynda Harris from New Zealand.
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User testing can make your communication more about your audience and less about you. But how do you get started? What are some important do’s and don’ts? Join our first PLAIN webinar of the year
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We're pleased to welcome Maria Victoria Feito Torez and Hugo Sousa to PLAIN's board and would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to Margrethe Kvarenes for her temporary contribution to the board.