Center for Plain Language

Plain language matters. The Center is an advocate for clear communication and plain language in government, business, non-profits, and universities - everywhere.

Start here on the website for good resources: http://centerforplainlanguage.org/resources/.

The Center for Plain Language wants government and business documents to be clear and understandable.

We support those who use plain language, train those who should use plain language, and urge people to demand plain language in all the documents they receive, read, and use.

• Advocate for people to use, learn, and teach plain language in government, business, non-profits, and universities.
• Give people information and tools they need to achieve their plain language goals.
• Do and share research that identifies best practices for using, learning, and teaching plain language.
• Coordinate activities, such as workshops and presentations, that help people know more about and use plain language.

The Center’s activities include:

• Tracking plain writing legislation in the federal government and around the world
• Demand to Understand: Encourages the public to expect plain language before they sign.
• Training and education events about plain language
• Plain Language Toolkit and other resources
• The ClearMark and WonderMark awards for the best and worst in plain language