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The Plain Language Academy team , full of energy from Brussels Plain Language Experience: Uniting for a brighter future (see blog post), is excited to share new knowledge with you.
Join our PLA Live Webinars. Plain Language ISO standard for Communicators
and for Organizations. Course info below.
and for Organizations. Course info below.
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PLA Live and Interactive
ISO Plain Language Standard ISO 24495-1 Plain Language ISO standard: how it makes your communication easier 4 x 3 hour online live sessions Dates: Jan 20, 27, Feb 3, 10. April 14, 21,18, May 5. Sept 15, 22, 29, Oct 6. Register here after setting up your account. Register your interest in future 2026 dates [email protected]. $450.00 CAD Instructors: Kate Harrison Whiteside and Nicole Watkins Campbell. Plain Language ISO: how to make it work in organizations In English and French With Academy instructors Sarah Slabbert and Nadja Green from Plain Language Institute in English and Chantale Audet and Amélie Bourret in French. March 2026. Details here or send your enquiry to [email protected]. |
PLA Course Quick Links
New: Virtual Live training Webinars on current topics. PLA Live: Courses delivered live via virtual learning platforms. Instructor lead with learner participation. Successful completion leads to a PLA Certificate. Email us for information. [email protected] For help on how to register, fees and more, email [email protected] Check out Making Plain Language a Strategic Priority March 9, 2026 Spaces Limited. |
ISO live sessions
The PL ISO Standard is one of the biggest developments in the field. Find out how our courses can help you and your organization. More video tips coming. Watch our Youtube interviews .
Accessibility Kate discusses plain language and accessibility with student Michelle B Wordrake chats with Kate Harrison Whiteside on plain language as part of their Interview with An Expert series. |
What our latest Academy Achiever said after successfully completing six courses:
The Letter of Achievement program covered so much more than just plain writing. It helped me to plan, design, and test texts, and to understand different types of readers and their needs. Tracy W, CTA,
The Letter of Achievement program covered so much more than just plain writing. It helped me to plan, design, and test texts, and to understand different types of readers and their needs. Tracy W, CTA,
Kate was awarded Lifetime Membership in 2022 for her contributions to co-creating PLAIN and advocacy work.
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Congrats PLA team for winning the 2021 PLAIN Cheryl Stephens Award for Innovation.
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"Plain language has no boundaries and we continue to serve writers from around the globe with our training." Kate. PLA
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Courses are ongoing. Ideas are always welcome. |