Plain Language Academies dot Org
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 Plain Language Academy dot com
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We are expanding courses, languages, instructors, countries.
New YouTube blog coming soon.
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Plain Language ISO Standards
The PL ISO Standard is one of the biggest developments in the field. Find out how our courses can help you and your organization benefit. PLA ISO Courses
Plain Language ISO standard: how it makes your communication easier 4 x 3 hour online live sessions Dates: April 14, 21,18, May 5. or Sept 15, 22, 29, Oct 6. Register here after setting up your account. $450.00 CAD Instructors: Kate Harrison Whiteside and Nicole Watkins Campbell. |
Making Plain Language a Strategic Priority
Registration due by March 2. Course starts March 9, 2026 Spaces Limited. Plain Language ISO standard: 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. Details here or send your enquiry to [email protected]. Register your interest in future 2026 dates For help on how to register, fees and more, email [email protected] |
Watch our Youtube interviews
Accessibility Kate Harrison Whiteside 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 recent 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, |
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. |