Effective communication ensures that individuals with disabilities can receive information in an equally accessible manner as individuals without disabilities. It involves providing appropriate accommodations (e.g., captioning, sign language interpretation, or alternate formats) to ensure that communication is clear, accurate, and timely. The goal is to eliminate barriers in communication, allowing individuals with disabilities to participate fully in society. Under the ADA, Title II and Title III entities are required to provide effective communication, focusing on the needs of the individual.
Glossary Term
Effective Communication
Related Topics
- Access Symbols
- Assistive Listening Systems
- Audio Description
- Braille
- Captioning (open, closed, CART)
- Evaluation and Feedback
- Live Streaming
- Office and Staff Spaces
- Providing Services and Fulfilling Requests
- Sensory Features
- Sign Language Interpretation
- Theaters and Auditoriums
- Ticketing and Admissions
- Website Accessibility