What is EUC?

Easy-to-Understand Communication (EUC)

Easy-to-Understand Communication is a method

that helps make information easier to understand.

People who find complex information difficult

can better understand easy-to-understand content.

The goal of Easy-to-Understand Communication

is to adapt the information to the language level of the reader.

This way of communication:

• is to the point,

• uses simple, everyday words,

• uses short sentences,

• has a clear and logical structure,

• avoids unnecessary jargon and complicated expressions,

• often includes visual support.

Why is EUC important?

• It helps everyone access information equally.

• It increases the chance of understanding messages correctly.

• It supports independent decision-making, for example in official matters or healthcare.

• It promotes equal opportunities and social inclusion.

Who benefits from EUC?

• People with intellectual disabilities

• Older people and children who may struggle with complex language.

• Language learners who do not speak the language fluently.

• People with reading or learning difficulties.

• People in socially disadvantaged situations.

• Anyone who wants to get clear information quickly.

Where can I find EUC texts on this website?

This magazine tries to write texts

in a way that everyone can understand.

Most of our texts are written in clear, accessible language.

For more complex content, we also create EUC versions.

You can open these by clicking the button with the label EUC under the text.

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Where can I learn more about EUC?

You can find more information about the principles

of Easy-to-Understand Communication on these websites:

• Explatamations - Inclusion Europe

• Guidelines - Inclusion EuropeEuropean standards for making information easy to read and underst

Where can I learn how to use this method?

In Hungary, the Hungarian Association for Persons

with Intellectual Disability (ÉFOÉSZ) offers training

and consultation for professionals and institutions

on how to create and review EUC materials.

You can visit their website here:

• ÉFOÉSZ

Are there international training resources?

Yes!

Several international organizations also offer guidance,

toolkits, and training materials about EUC.

Here are a few recommended sources:

• Inclusion Europe – Offers guides and resources on how to write and design EUC content.
  

• Mencap (UK) – Provides information, examples, and training related to EUC.

  
  

• Inclusion International – Supports global advocacy and inclusive communication practices.

• UN Enable – Offers documents in EUC formats, such as the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities.

  
  

Many of these organizations also publish guidelines,

style guides, and examples of best practices that

can help you get started or deepen your knowledge.