Building a Practice of Plain Language in Your Library

Using plain language can improve accessibility for users of all literacy levels and remove barriers to understanding. This session covers plain language basics, how to get others on board, and how to create sustainable habits that work for your library. Learn to write easy-to-read messaging for library communications of all kinds, both internally and externally.

Scheduled Dates

September 25, 2025, 1:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
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Learning objectives for this session may include:
  • Understand the principles of plain language and how to apply them
  • Identify practical ways to promote plain language at your library
  • Create simple processes to support an ongoing plain language practice
Topic Area
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
User Experience
Contact

learning@amigos.org

Session Duration
This course consists of one 2-hour session.
Contact Hours
2

Instructor

Naomi Gonzales portrait

Naomi Gonzales is the Library Services Trainer & MOLIB2GO Coordinator at Amigos. She has over ten years of library experience in academic and medical libraries, and most recently served as a federal contractor in support of The National Library of Medicine’s MedlinePlus consumer health website. Her professional interests include web accessibility, usability, and community outreach. In her personal life, Naomi enjoys befriending stray cats, volunteering at her local farmer’s market, and playing cozy video games.

Also available by request for libraries and other organizations