Put accessibility first

The Information Access Group provides:

• Easy English and plain language conversions
• Accessible and traditional graphic design
• Assistance with the translation process
• Accessible website design and development
• Focus group testing
• Workshops and training.

 

Services

Easy Read/Easy English

The Information Access Group specialises in producing Easy English materials. Easy English presents information in a way that is very easy to understand. There are a set of guidelines for its use, including the use of images to support text, using a large font size and allowing plenty of white space. Easy English is currently used extensively for audiences with a disability. However, it is also becoming more widely used for audiences with low literacy levels or where English is a second language.

Click here if you would like to learn more about Easy English.

Click here to see our portfolio of Easy English publications.

 

Plain language

The Information Access Group are experienced plain language practitioners. We transform complex text into information that is easy to read. Our approach includes:

• Aiming for levels of readability suitable to the audience.
• Providing readability assessments for our clients to ensure that the language level is on target.
• Breaking text up into smaller chunks that are easier to read.
• Using simple language where appropriate and favouring shorter sentences.

 

Graphic design

We provide a full range of graphic design services, including:

• Documents
• Brochures
• Booklets
• Newsletters
• Reports
• Annual reports
• Quality of care reports
• Signage
• Packaging
• Stationery
• Business cards
• Logo design and development

We see each product through from concept to print-ready and can oversee printing if required.

 

Custom illustrations

The Information Access Group can produce illustrations according to individual requirements.

 

Preparation of documents for translation

Many organisations enter the translation process with documents that are written in complex language. We recommend that documents be edited into plain language before the translation process begins. This helps to make the end product more accessible to its intended audience.

 

Assistance with the translation process

We work with translation agencies to produce a great end product. We can assist with editing, design and management of the print process. We can also manage the typesetting process for you and take care of community checking.

 

Focus group testing

We believe that community-based testing is a helpful tool in developing accessible materials. We organise, recruit for and facilitate focus group testing.

 

Website accessibility and usability consultation

The Information Access Group assesses websites for accessibility and gives recommendations for improvement. Our approach includes technical requirements along with design and content advice.

 

Website design and development

We are experienced web designers and developers. We can help you produce a great-looking website while ticking all the boxes for accessibility. We plan and design websites so that they suit the needs of the people who are going to use them.

 

Workshops and training

We regularly visit organisations to deliver tailored information sessions and workshops about accessible communications. This includes what they are, why they are important, when to use them and how to use them.

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