“Avoid relying on any kind of flashing, strobbing, or blinking effects to draw attention, as it can cause discomfort or trigger seizures for some audienceRead more about Inclusive Speaking Tip #068
“Do I systematically minimize most risks of vertigo sensations for my audience by designing slides, handouts and online content with obvious horizontal and vertical lines?”Read more about IPS Self-Assessment #067
“Offer options to audience members by providing them with textual versions of presentations either in slide notes or in a handout accompanying slide decks.”Read more about Inclusive Speaking Tip #067
“Do I systematically provide audience members with clear and obvious ways to opt-out from screen movements or animations that can be potentially triggering?”Read more about IPS Self-Assessment #066
“At the start of the presentation or event, take a moment to verbally describe the room layout and location of emergency exits, food/beverages, and restrooms.”Read more about Inclusive Speaking Tip #066
“Do I systematically offer audience members with means to turn off any potentially triggering animations associated with interactive calls to action?”Read more about IPS Self-Assessment #065
“Share an outline as you get started, so your audience can set proper expectations and decide if they want to commit their brain power toRead more about Inclusive Speaking Tip #065
“Do I systematically provide large, static calls to action for audience members to interact with?”Read more about IPS Self-Assessment #064
“Never depend on colour as the only means to convey information in your printed or digital content, as some audience members can’t perceive colours theRead more about Inclusive Speaking Tip #064
“Do I systematically keep screen animations and other scrolling effects to a minimum in order to protect audience members who are more susceptible to motionRead more about IPS Self-Assessment #063
“Recognize that audience members with reading difficulties may not have enough time to finish reading text-heavy slides before you move on to the next one.”Read more about Inclusive Speaking Tip #063
“Do I systematically ensure that any blinking, flashing and other strobing effects never occur more than 2-3 times per second to avoid risks of photo-epilepticRead more about IPS Self-Assessment #062
“Use people-first language in your material and delivery, such as ‘people with disabilities’ instead of ‘disabled people’, as people are more than just their disabilities.”Read more about Inclusive Speaking Tip #062
“Do I systematically share what the results of interactions are when I poll my audience, or ask questions such as ‘by a show of hands…’?”Read more about IPS Self-Assessment #061
“Avoid displaying content at the bottom of your slide or screen, as that area is more likely to be harder to see for audience membersRead more about Inclusive Speaking Tip #061
“Do I systematically plan for alternative accessible formats, when I rely on printed materials during workshops, activities and other types of audience interactions?”Read more about IPS Self-Assessment #060
“Go out of your way to set clear expectations for your audience, be consistent in your instructions, and always follow through with what has beenRead more about Inclusive Speaking Tip #060
“Do I systematically rehash sight gags even when it feels awkward, so some of my audience members don’t have to feel bad when everybody elseRead more about IPS Self-Assessment #059
In this post, we delve into the significance of cultural sensitivity in speaking engagements, so we can recognize and value cultural diversity as an essential…Read more about Recognizing the impact of culture in inclusive communication
“Make it a point to offer your audience members permission to physically move, walk around the room or even walk away from the group ifRead more about Inclusive Speaking Tip #059