Inclusive UX Writing: Physical Abilities & Neurodivergence

Writing For A Diverse Audience – Part 1

Created by: Dr. Katharina Grimm
UX Writer & UX Writing Instructor

What Will I Learn?

• Understand what inclusion is and what inclusive UX Writing is
• Understand the difference between inclusion and accessibility
• Understand the concepts of bias and discrimination
• Know about different forms of discrimination
• Understand ableism in the tech industry and in UX
• Understand barriers to inclusion of users with physical disabilities in UX
• Know about inclusive and non-inclusive UX Writing for users with physical disabilities
• Understand how to write accessible on-screen text and alt text
• Understand how to write inclusive UX Copy for users with physical disabilities
• Define neurodivergence
• Understand neuro-discrimination in the tech industry and in UX
• Understand barriers to inclusion of neurodivergent users in UX
• Know about inclusive and non-inclusive UX Writing for neurodivergent users
• Understand how to write inclusive UX Copy for neurodivergent users

Requirements

• Having a basic understanding of what UX Writing is helpful. If you are unsure, check out my course "Introduction To UX Writing: How To Write Great Microcopy"

Target audience

• UX Writers
• Content Designers and Content Strategists
• Everybody who wants to transition into UX Writing
• Copywriters, journalists, and other professionals who are working on transitioning into UX Writing but would love to learn more about UX Writing
• Designers, developers, and project managers who want to integrate UX Writing into their team
• Everybody who is interested in this topic!