13/09/2022
Writing in plain English is an accessibility issue, and it’s also an effective way to convince people of whatever it is you’re trying to convey.
When faced with complicated information, people become frustrated. Feeling confused, they are more likely to resort to simple narratives to regain control. Whether those narratives are true or not does not matter—the important thing people seek is a language they can understand.
Writing in plain English “gives people information they understand, and enables them to make informed choices.” For that reason alone, I find it a writing skill everyone should learn. When you use plain English, more people can follow along.
The second image in this post outlines the social model of disability, which argues that the world/ society disables people with poor design. To take accountability for that, we can use inclusive language so that more people can learn and grow.
Read the second in a series of posts offering my writing insights at the link in my bio 🔗
