2. Changing theory into practice

If literacy organizations are going to be credible as advocates for clear writing, they have a special responsibility to communicate clearly in their own programs. Publicity materials, learning materials, forms, signs, even by-laws and Board minutes, should all be clearly written. This will encourage students to become informed about the organization and its activities, and allow them to participate in a more equal way. They will not be restricted to activities that require little reading and writing, but can be encouraged to take part in all parts of the program.

What is OLC’s role?

Besides publishing this booklet, OLC can provide:

	names of consultants who do clear writing training
	information on strategies for funding clear writing
	information on how to find materials listed in the bibliography, and materials that are easy-to-read
	publicity for the materials you create.

The most important role for OLC, however, is as your provincial advocacy organization. OLC is lobbying the provincial government for:

	public information and education materials that are clear and easy to read
	consultation with literacy students and workers on content, style and design of public education materials
	a clear writing policy for all ministries
	training on clear writing and design for all government staff
	funding for community groups to produce materials that are written clearly.