Plain Language and Accessible Social Media - Perth

Monday, 25th November 2024 | 9:30am - 12:30pm AWST
Address: City of Perth Library, 573 Hay Street, Perth, WA 6000

Join Centre for Accessibility Australia for a free interactive digital accessibility workshop and morning tea, designed to equip you with essential skills to create inclusive content that resonates with diverse audiences.

Plain Language Essentials
Learn how to write in plain language, increasing clarity and reach. We will guide you through practical tips and best practices to simplify your communication, making it more accessible and effective.

Accessible Social Media
Delve into the world of accessible social media, where you'll discover how to craft engaging posts that include:
- Alt text for visual accessibility
- Accessible hashtags
- And more!

By attending this workshop, you'll gain:

- Confidence in creating inclusive digital content
- Practical skills for plain language writing
- Best practices for accessible social media
- Enhanced engagement and accessibility for diverse audiences

This workshop is ideal for communications professionals, content creators, social media managers and anyone passionate about digital accessibility.

Don't miss this opportunity to make a positive impact and enhance accessibility in your organisation's digital landscape.

Reserve your spot now!

About the Presenter:

Laetitia Thompson is the Senior Digital Content Editor at Centre for Accessibility Australia (CFA Australia), driving inclusive communication through accessible content. With a strong background in English, Creative Arts, and History (Bachelor of Arts, Murdoch University), Laetitia's role is to craft engaging, easy-to-understand content. Laetitia also facilitates workshops on accessible social media and Plain Language and Easy English for organisations across various sectors. In addition to this she provides Plain English and Easy English translation services, helping businesses and organisations communicate more effectively with their audiences.

Outside of CFA Australia, Laetitia writes historical and urban fantasy. She is also a fan of anime and is particularly interested in the representation of disability and the use and design of prosthetics and gadgetry in the medium

This workshop is part of a systemic advocacy WA grant provided by the Department of Communities.