“Do I systematically follow through with what has been announced or promised, so my audience is clear on expectations?”Read more about IPS Self-Assessment #127
“If you’re going to rely on printed materials during workshops, activities and other types of audience interactions, make sure to also offer alternative accessible formats.”Read more about Inclusive Speaking Tip #127
“Do I systematically go out of my way to set clear expectations for my audience, and be consistent in my instructions?”Read more about IPS Self-Assessment #126
“Keep in mind that poor lighting conditions can impair the audience’s ability to perceive various combinations of colours and affect how they will experience yourRead more about Inclusive Speaking Tip #126
“Do I systematically make sure everyone understands the expectations, before asking the audience to take any sort of action?”Read more about IPS Self-Assessment #125
“When designing your content, stay away from complex, condensed or cursive fonts that will be harder for your audience to interpret and read from aRead more about Inclusive Speaking Tip #125
“Do I systematically make sure sufficient instructions have been clearly provided before asking the audience to take any sort of action?”Read more about IPS Self-Assessment #124
“Avoid the use of the word ‘normal’ when comparing different groups, as it can stigmatize the experience of marginalized audience members and make them feelRead more about Inclusive Speaking Tip #124
“Do I systematically take advantage of pauses that are long enough to give audience members sufficient time to process information before moving forward?”Read more about IPS Self-Assessment #123
“Make sure all relevant audio goes through the audio system, and never assume the audience can hear everything that is going on, or is beingRead more about Inclusive Speaking Tip #123
“Do I systematically avoid idioms, figures of speech, or complex metaphors when simpler options are available?”Read more about IPS Self-Assessment #122
“Use plain, simple language and avoid idioms or figures of speech that could be interpreted literally and cause confusion to some people with cognitive disabilities.”Read more about Inclusive Speaking Tip #122
“Do I systematically make it easier for the audience to understand information shared by using plain language?”Read more about IPS Self-Assessment #121
“Don’t expect audience members to just sit still for extended periods of time and remain engaged, unless you plan for opportunities to get their bloodRead more about Inclusive Speaking Tip #121
“Do I systematically avoid bright contrasting colour combinations when laying out information on slides, handouts, or other documents?”Read more about IPS Self-Assessment #120
“Ensure that statistics, demographic data or trends presented include information about racially, ethnically, and linguistically diverse groups when appropriate.”Read more about Inclusive Speaking Tip #120
“Do I systematically prefer simple, non-triggering colours when laying out information on slides, handouts, or other documents?”Read more about IPS Self-Assessment #119
“Avoid standing in front of direct light sources to keep your face visible so that audience members can see your expressions to increase understanding andRead more about Inclusive Speaking Tip #119
“Do I systematically avoid surprising my audience members with totally unexpected or unforeseen requests?”Read more about IPS Self-Assessment #118
“Avoid unnecessary slide transitions and animations that can trigger nausea, headaches, and dizziness for some audience members with vestibular disorders.”Read more about Inclusive Speaking Tip #118