We specialise in accessibility
We create documents that are easy to read and websites that are easy to use
You know accessibility is something you should be doing, but you may not be so sure why, or how, to go about it.
Maybe you’re not sure if it’s worth the investment of time or resources.
The Easy Read format presents information in a way that is very easy to understand. In its simplest form, it uses images to support text, large font sizes and plenty of white space. Easy Read is currently used extensively for audiences with disability. However, it is also becoming more widely used for audiences with low literacy levels or where English is an additional language.
Different formats of Easy Read may also be called Easy English or simple English.
Literacy is the ability to understand, evaluate, use and engage with written texts to take part in society, reach goals, and develop knowledge and potential.
Did you know that, in Australia today, over 40% of adults have a literacy level below what is considered enough to get by in everyday life?
What can we help you with?
Our latest work
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April 2024
We have had the privilege of working with the Government of South Australia Department of Human Services (SA DHS) to create Easy Read versions of 3 of its Inclusive SA ...
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April 2024
We edited, proofread and indexed the Annual Report 2022–23 for Australia’s Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence Commission (the Commission).
The Commission aims to promote and support the objectives ...
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April 2024
We worked with the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) to create an Easy Read version of their Little Black Book of Scams. This resource covers the most common scams ...
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March 2024
It’s vital that older people and their families and carers can find clear information about how to access aged care services. This is why we were thrilled to work ...
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February 2024
We worked with the Australian Energy Regulator (AER) to write and edit plain language content for the updated Energy Made Easy website.
The website allows households and small businesses to ...
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February 2024
We were proud to work with the Australian Government Department of Social Services (DSS) on an Easy Read overview of the new Commonwealth Disability Royal Commission Response Taskforce (the Taskforce ...
18.5% of the Australian population has a disability – that's 4.25 million people.
More than 40% of adults in Australia have very low levels of literacy.
44% of people have very low levels of computer skills.
Latest news
How role-playing games can help people find their community
16 May 2024
Neurodivergent people can find it hard to take part in the community in the same way as other people. Social interactions can be a minefield and lead to more confusion and low confidence.
This is where role-playing games come in. When role-playing games are run well, they offer people an opportunity to socialise in a safe environment. This is one of the key elements of these games that support neurodivergent people.
We talk to one disability service provider about the role of Dungeons & Dragons in developing social skills that can be carried into the day-to-lives of people as they take part in the community.
Meet the people behind our passion: Sarah
16 May 2024
At the Information Access Group, we’re passionate about the role we play in making a positive impact in the community. Each month we’ll introduce you to a member of our team so you can learn more about the people behind the passion and what makes them proud to be part of the work we do.
This month we’d like you to meet Sarah, one of our editors. Sarah talks about her love of books and which ones have made a big impact on her. She also gives us some insight into the world of publishing including the importance of author collaboration and publishing schedules. And of course, we meet her son Arlo.
Meet Nara – a Guide Dog puppy in training
9 April 2024
Our editor, Jennifer (Jen), is a Puppy Raiser for Guide Dogs Victoria. She is passionate about raising future Guide Dogs and supporting people in our community living with disability. We spoke with Jen last year about her experience as a Puppy Raiser. Now, we talk with Jen about her current Guide Dog puppy – a black Labrador named Nara. We also learn a bit more about Jen’s experience with all of the Guide Dog puppies she’s helped to raise.