Tips on Equitable Communication Practices in a Policy Context
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Tips on Equitable Communication Practices in a Policy Context

Published: Sep 30, 2022
Publisher: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Planning and Evaluation
Health Equity Federal Advisory Services Technical Assistance
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Authors

Katya Seligman

Nikhil Tiwari

Kimberly Aguillard

Lauren Amos

Scott Baumgartner

Katharine Bradley

Elizabeth Fei

Geraldine Haile

Diana McCallum

Tonyka McKinney

Ryan Ruggiero

Nkemdiri Wheatley

Christina Love

Elliott Hinkle

Dee Balliet

Sofi Martinez

Amanda Benton

This tip sheet highlights the importance of using equitable communication and includes tips, guiding questions, and additional resources. The information is organized around three key strategies for equitable communication:

  • Be inclusive and culturally connected
  • Ensure accessibility and linguistic responsiveness
  • Make information easy to find, understand, and use
For more resources on “Leading Practices to Advance Equity and Support of Underserved Communities Throughout Health and Human Services Programs,” see https://aspe.hhs.gov/equity-tools. 

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