Judges’ comment<\/h4>\n

This website is a refreshing burst of simplicity and plain, welcoming language. We did have some difficulty with the navigation system, but otherwise found the information easy to understand. We particularly liked the use of client quotations and the overall display of empathy for users.<\/p>\n

You have clearly thought the site out carefully. It has a simple design and good division of information so the reader doesn\u2019t feel overwhelmed. We think taking another look at the navigation system could lead to further improvement. Well done.<\/p>\n

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Media statement<\/h4>\n

ACC\u2019s website FindSupport has been selected as a finalist in the 2015 WriteMark Plain English Awards in the People\u2019s Choice \u2014 Best Plain English Communication category.<\/p>\n

The website explains in simple and clear language where people who have experienced sexual violence can go to find help.
\nACC\u2019s Head of Injury Prevention, Partnerships and Delivery, Emma Powell, says this is a wonderful recognition for a service that began a year ago.<\/p>\n

\u2018It is particularly significant the website was nominated for the People\u2019s Choice award by those who use it,\u2019 Ms Powell says.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2018FindSupport provides safe and flexible access to a range of ACC support, assessment, and treatment services for sensitive claims.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2018In addition to information about ACC\u2019s services, people who have experienced the trauma of sexual abuse and violence can find help by entering a range of preferences such as region, gender of the therapist, and a therapist\u2019s areas of experience and expertise.\u2019<\/span><\/p>\n

Ms Powell says the success of FindSupport has been dependant on ACC ensuring survivors\u2019 stories were heard and understood and their experiences and knowledge were fully incorporated into the development of the site.
\n\u2018These are some of ACC\u2019s most vulnerable clients, and to be able to listen to their thoughts and ideas and then turn them into this website and design of the service has been invaluable.\u2019<\/p>\n

FindSupport is a part of ACC\u2019s Integrated Services for Sensitive Claims (ISSC) and has recorded 56,254 visits to the site in the 12 months it has been operating.<\/p>\n

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