Welcome!
In this month’s edition of our newsletter, we feature an article by Gael Spivak on the international standard for plain language practitioners. Gael explains the benefits of having and using the standard. Gael also offers us an opportunity to participate in the promotion and implementation of the standard.
You will read about our October 13 celebration of International Plain Language Day. We extend our appreciation to all who spoke, including the recent award winners recognized during the PLAIN conference held in May.
Our featured member is Katherine McManus. Katherine would very humbly say she just followed doors that were opened, but we would say her intelligence, wisdom, and expertise created the doors that then opened to her.
Cheryl Stephens, our Patron, continues to explore the brain and plain language and share her knowledge. Check out the Patron’s Corner to see an exciting offer for connection starting in December!
Finally, in our upcoming events session, we highlight future speakers (December 13, 2021, and January 17, 2022) and share a link to e-Journal from the international organization PLAIN (International). They are making the journal available to practitioners, including those who are not currently members. If you have an idea for future articles please email us at [email protected].
Thank you,
Jocelyn Pletz and Chantale Audet
An International Standard for Plain Language Practitioners
Until recently, there has been no universal standard for creating plain language documents or for judging what is plain.
Featured Member: Katherine McManus
Katherine McManus is many things: educator, innovator, feminist, entrepreneur, textile artist, and advocate for plain language writing and editing.
International Plain Language Day
On October 13, 2021, during International Plain Language Week, we held an online celebration of the many successes of our plain language community!
Upcoming Events for PLAIN Canada
4 Pillars of Plain Business Communication and La pédagogie au service de la communication claire et simple.
PLAIN (International) eJournal
We are excited to share with you the Plain Language Association International eJournal as a benefit to you, our readers.