NADC Holds Internal Training on Barrier-Free Language

On 5 November, the National Anti-Doping Center (NADC) held an internal training session entitled “Barrier-Free Language in Our Work”.

The session focused on the new State Language Standard “Terminology of Accessibility”, which provides recommendations on the use of respectful, accurate and non-discriminatory language when communicating with different groups of people.

Participants explored the four key principles of barrier-free language: accuracy, neutrality, non-discrimination and respect for human dignity. Particular attention was paid to person-first language and the correct use of terminology when referring to people with disabilities.

The training also included practical exercises on applying barrier-free language in the NADC’s daily work, including official correspondence, documents, website publications, social media and educational activities.

The session highlighted that accessibility is not limited to the physical environment. It also involves removing barriers in communication, information, digital services and education.

Barrier-free communication starts with the words we choose!