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Communications

Start with the WNESU Communications Plan for guidance on tools and communication frequency. This page provides accessibility tips and best practices to help you create clear, inclusive communications. Select a category below to learn more.

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Best Practices

Plain Language

Plain language is a way of speaking and writing that is easy to understand.

Plain Language

Type Settings

Use readable fonts and sizes so information is easy to scan and understand on screens and in print.

Type Settings

Hyperlinks

Hyperlink text should be concise and meaningful.

Hyperlinks

Tables

Use tables only when they help show data clearly—keep them simple with headers and avoid using tables for layout.

Tables

Printed Materials

Paper choice and formatting affect readability.

Printed Materials

Layout

It is important to create documents that are not overloaded with information.

Layout

Color

It is important to understand that audience members may experience color blindness and/or visual impairment.

Color

Figures (Pictures, Charts/Graphics, and Icons)

Images and graphics should include alt text (and captions when helpful) so everyone can understand the content.

Figures (Pictures, Charts/Graphics, and Icons)

Videos and Captions

Schools often share information through videos (including recorded meetings and presentations). Add captions and review them for accuracy before posting.

Videos and Captions