We support authorities, companies and organisations with our consulting services and customised continuing education courses to help make their communication inclusive and accessible. Focus is placed on the provision of research-based knowledge and transferring this from theory to practice. Our approach is both needs- and action-oriented.

Making texts accessible. With tailored consultations, workshops and webinars, we support communication experts in putting together inclusive offerings in the area of easy-to-read language (for various standard languages). Our services are used by the Department of Justice and Internal Affairs of the Canton of Zurich, the Federal Department of Economic Affairs, Education and Research (EAER), the Federal Department of Home Affairs (FDHA) and the Swiss Association of Translators, Terminologists and Interpreters (ASTTI), among others.

Making images audible. With tailored consultations and workshops, we support communication experts in putting together inclusive offers in the area of audio description as well as corresponding supplementary services (e.g. audio introduction or spoken subtitles). Depending on the requirements, focus is placed on linguistic, technological or target-group-specific aspects.

In the area of sign language and sign language interpreting, we support authorities, companies and organisations with tailored consultancy services.

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• Project: Accessible communication between hearing-impaired people and healthcare professionals

The LAIC Lab facilitates solutions that allow for accessible communication. Through the lab, the ZHAW establishes networks with research and private sector partners from across Europe. Together, we offer services for public institutions, organisations and companies.

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• LAIC Lab