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FAQ
What's plain language?
A communication is in plain language if its wording, structure, and design are so clear that the intended readers can easily find what they need, understand what they find, and use that information.
Who's plain language for?
What is The International Plain Language Federation?
Who runs the Federation?
The Federation is run by representatives from the Center for Plain Language, Clarity,
How long has the Federation been around?
Can I join?
I have questions. Who can I talk to?
Our Chair, Vera Gergely chair@iplfederation.org
Where can I learn more about plain language?
Who's using and promoting plain language?
Plain language is recognized widely as making information accessible to readers. Here are just a few examples of where it’s being used.
US government – Federal Plain Language guidelines and the Plain Writing Act of 2010
US Securities and Exchange Commission – Here and here
US National Center for States Courts
US Self-Represented Litigation Network
Australia – Law and Justice Foundation
Australia – Victoria Law Foundation
India – Vidhi Centre for Legal Policy
Ireland – National Adult Literacy Agency
Norway – Agency for Public Management and eGovernment
Sweden – Ministry of Justice
Wales – University of Bangor
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