Clear Words, Stronger Connections: Using Plain Language to Build Trust and Impact

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09 Dec

Clear Words, Stronger Connections: Using Plain Language to Build Trust and Impact

Clear Words, Stronger Connections: Using Plain Language to Build Trust and Impact

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 (12:00 AM to 11:59 PM)
1 PDCs
Provider: Nonprofits First, Inc.
Course Name: Clear Words, Stronger Connections: Using Plain Language to Build Trust and Impact

Speaker: Lauren Steif
Program Type: Seminar/Workshop
Registration URL: https://members.nonprofitsfirst.org/events/Details/clear-words-stronger-connections-using-plain-language-to-build-trust-and-impact-1518344?sourceTypeId=Hub
Clear Words, Stronger Connections: Using Plain Language to Build Trust and Impact, West Palm Beach, Florida
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Workshop Goals: Examine evidence for why plain language matters. (State and federal plain language directives, readability, accessibility, etc.) Identify common barriers to understanding, such as industry jargon and academic phrasing that may alienate or confuse your audience. Practice rewriting real examples from your organization’s materials to make them more conversational, welcoming, and impactful.

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Nonprofits exist to serve communities, but too often the words we use create barriers instead of bridges. In this interactive workshop, you’ll learn how shifting from jargon-heavy “nonprofit speak” to plain, clear language strengthens trust with the people you serve, helps your message resonate across a variety of perspectives, and ensures that materials are accessible to everyone. We’ll explore evidence-based benefits of plain language, review real-world examples, and practice transforming your own communications. Walk away with tools to make your writing more effective, inclusive, and mission driven. ** This program is ideal for individuals who interact directly with the public through both in-person and written communication. Workshop Goals: Examine evidence for why plain language matters. (State and federal plain language directives, readability, accessibility, etc.) Identify common barriers to understanding, such as industry jargon and academic phrasing that may alienate or confuse your audience. Practice rewriting real examples from your organization’s materials to make them more conversational, welcoming, and impactful.

Clear Words, Stronger Connections: Using Plain Language to Build Trust and Impact
Clear Words, Stronger Connections: Using Plain Language to Build Trust and Impact
1818 S Australian Ave Ste 450
West Palm Beach, FL 33409-6451

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