Training and workshops
Our training includes workplace sessions, public workshops and community education programs.
Workplace training
Our plain language training builds your team’s skills and confidence to communicate clearly. Whether you're writing for the public, customers or colleagues, our workshops help you create content that’s easy to understand and act on. We deliver training at your workplace, and sessions are practical, engaging and grounded in international best practice.
Introduction to plain language – 2 hours
A focused introduction to the core ideas of plain language. This session covers the basics of what plain language is, why it matters, and how to start using it in your work. Ideal for teams new to plain language or looking to refresh their skills.
Throughout the workshop, your team will be shown real-life examples to illustrate how plain language principles can be applied effectively in various contexts. They will gain practical insights and actionable strategies to enhance your communication skills and engage your audience more effectively.
Workshop Highlights:
Understand the four principles of plain language: relevance, findability, understandability, and usability.
View real-life examples to illustrate the importance of plain language in diverse contexts.
Walk away with actionable key points to enhance communication effectiveness.
Please note: this option is presentation style with limited interaction.
Plain language in practice – 3.5 hours
A workshop that introduces participants to plain language and provides an opportunity to put their skills into practice. Plain language in practice is a more in-depth workshop designed to help participants apply plain language techniques to real-world communication. This session includes:
Interactive and hands-on activities
Customised content relevant to your team or sector
Opportunity to bring your own documents or examples for feedback and discussion
Perfect for teams ready to embed plain language into their everyday work.
Workshop Highlights:
Understand the four principles of plain language: relevance, findability, understandability, and usability.
Explore real-life examples to illustrate the importance of plain language in diverse contexts.
Engage in interactive activities to practice applying plain language principles.
Walk away with actionable key points to enhance communication effectiveness.
Public training
Our public training sessions run on set dates and times, so you can simply book a spot — no need to organise your own session. They are perfect for anyone wanting professional training in a collaborative, group setting. Contact us to learn more.
Preparing for heatwaves
To combat a changing climate and the necessary health information required to cope with this, we offer a 1-hour face-to-face education session. This presentation discusses how to stay healthy in a heat wave, including topics such as:
What is a heatwave
How to stay informed and prepare for a heatwave
Nutritious food to prep and consume during a heatwave
Tips and tricks to keep yourself and your community safe during a heatwave
Participants will walk away with an increased understanding of heat waves, and how to prepare and keep safe during a heatwave.
Grow & Cook
To support healthy eating and sustainable living in community settings, we offer a seasonal growing and cooking workshop. This workshop is perfect for groups looking to connect through gardening, cooking, and shared meals. Our hands-on session is tailored to the current season and includes:
A kitchen safety and cutting demonstration
Gardening benefits presentation
Tips and tricks to easy growing Planting demonstration and Q+A
Shared meal amongst participants
This workshop was created by our Food from Home team in collaboration with the Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Foundation.