Introduction Why Easy Read Matters

 

Reading and understanding information should be possible for everyone.

However, many people struggle to read books, forms, websites, and important information. This includes people with:

Learning disabilities

Dyslexia

Autism

ADHD

Mental health difficulties

Poor eyesight

Low literacy

People learning English as a second language

Elderly people

For many years, information has often been written using long sentences, difficult words, and small print. This can make reading very difficult for many people.

Because of this, some people feel left out. They may stop reading books, struggle with education, or find it hard to understand important information about health, work, or everyday life.

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My Personal Experience

Due to my dyslexia, I have struggled with reading since childhood.

Many books were written with very small print and long, complicated words. Often, I would look at a book and already know that I would not be able to finish it.

For many years I believed I was alone in this experience.

Later in life I realised that many other people face the same problem. Some people with learning disabilities, dyslexia, or other difficulties also struggle to read traditional books and information.

This means many people miss out on stories, learning, and opportunities.

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