Creating inclusive communities through accessible communications, together
Because accessible content that can be understood by everyone isn’t just a “tick-in-the-box” for your organization
Helping your business make transformative changes in your communities through inclusive and accessible communication. As an accessible communications consultant, I bridge the gap for those who need tools and training to ensure your content is usable by as many people as possible, including people with disabilities.
Hi, I’m Leanna (she/they)
I help create digital experiences with accessibility in mind. I work with entrepreneurs, business owners, organizational leaders, and managers to help ensure your message gets to the right people in a way they can understand. I do this through a combination of copywriting, strategy, editing, rewriting, training, and consulting.
With more than a decade of professional experience, as well as my own lived experience of disability and divergence, I wholeheartedly believe in what I do. I’m motivated to help others and make sure everyone is welcome and included.
Leanna Manning, a multiply neurodivergent and disabled person. She has green eyes and shoulder-length brown hair. Leanna wears a red, green, and blue floral jacket. Photo by Hayf Photography.
Ways to work together
Editing for accessibility
Taking your existing words and applying my skills and knowledge to help turn your content into accessible and clear language for all to understand.
Values aligned marketing
Custom-built packages and projects to develop accessible sales and marketing content specifically for the needs of your organization.
Plain language review
Not sure where to start? I can do a content review of your website. I give you feedback on wording, structure, and design to increase accessibility for your intended audience.
Ask-me-anything call
A 60-minute 1-on-1 conversation where you can ask me any questions you have about accessible communications.
Speaking
Presentations and workshops for professional communicators and organizations on topics such as plain language, neurodiversity, and accessibility.
Creative collaborations
Bringing ideas to life through artistic collaboration.
We rely on Leanna for all of our plain language needs because we share the same philosophy: it’s all about the audience.
You have to test with real people. Leanna is methodical in her approach, and she understand that plain language goes beyond the words you use.
— Noah Senecal-Junkeer, Co-Founder and Team Lead at Easy Surf
Artwork of overlapping green, yellow, and brown circles and scribbles from coloured pencils. On top are green leaves and stems from a plant.
An Invitation to creative collaboration
An artist at heart, I’m always seeking out ways in which I can collaborate creatively with others. I do this across various mediums in a way that brings together diverse talents to craft inspiring projects with social impact.
If you’d like to discuss collaborating with me on a creative project, I would love to know more.
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On the Blog
“As a content reviewer, Leanna takes the time to dig into, digest, and dissect the writing in front of her.
She then takes different vantage points in order to generate thoughtful and thorough feedback that reflects the multiple perspectives that inform her practice.”
— Leo Chow, Internal Program Manager at Small Business BC
“Leanna has been an important associate for Untapped Accessibility since day one of our business.
As an accessibility consultant, Leanna gracefully balances expert knowledge with a generous approach. I can always trust Leanna will give me high quality work in the time frame promised. From plain language reviews to presentations and analysis, Leanna’s talents seem almost endless.”
— Trish Kelly, Managing Director at Untapped Accessibility
“You approached the project with diligence and determination — just what was required.”
— Shannon, Founder and CEO of a mid-size content marketing agency
