This week is plain English Week. Plain language adds value to accessibility and usability. Well written plain English is useful for everyone.
Plain English is also fine when talking about disability. If you don’t need to use long medical terms when referring to impairments and disability then don’t use them. Use plain English your audience will understand and find meaningful.
There is also too much jargon surrounding disability, and we’re all guilty at times. It is OK to say “Please explain what you mean!”
You can get involved by supporting Plain English Power for free. This excellent site has lots of information about using plain English every day and everywhere.
There is also some plain English pointers at AccEase.
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