Reading and writing tools to help neurodiverse workforces to thrive
Supporting people who think, learn and work differently. Creating inclusive working environments. Helping organizations make small changes with big impact for diversity and inclusion.
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What is Read&Write for Work?
Read&Write is an an always-on digital toolbar that supports people who think, learn and work differently. Wherever there is digital text, we can make it easier to understand for everyone.
Read&Write allows us to instantly support neurodivergent employees, those with low literacy, those with English as a second language, and beyond. It’s a powerful set of reading and writing tools that help the huge numbers of people in your organization who struggle with digital text in some way.
Read&Write helps you to
Encourage employees to bring their whole selves to work
Up to 1 in 5 people around the world are neurodivergent. 10% are dyslexic, 6% are dyspraxic, 4% have ADHD, and 1-2% are autistic.
These individuals think, work, learn and behave in ways that are truly unique. That means they bring out-of-the-box thinking, creative solutions and more to the workplace. It also means we should support them to work and achieve in their own way. The Read&Write toolbar allows all employees to choose how they understand and are understood.
Offer instant and discreet support, without the need to self-identify
Being made to feel different can be a worry. In fact, 76% of people with a disability or neurodiverse condition do not fully disclose this at work.
43% of employees with disabilities or conditions do not feel comfortable to approach their employer to ask for change. Most people don’t want to admit that they need help or extra support. By making Read&Write available to everyone, HR and DE&I teams can provide support to their entire workforce, taking away the need for anyone to self-identify.
Demonstrate your commitment to workplace inclusion, for all
Our workplaces should be a place where every employee feels welcomed, valued, and included, from day one.
Read&Write helps you to create an inclusive workplace, whilst demonstrating that you care. This can make it easier to attract and retain diverse talent.
In addition to supporting a neurodiverse workforce, Read&Write helps you to welcome and support people with:
- Low literacy. 54% of US adults are reading below 6th grade level.
- English as a Second Language. In the US, 67 million speak English as a Second language.
- Conditions that affect reading and writing. For example, those that may cause visual disturbances or difficulty with working memory. As well as conditions that cause fatigue, that may be impacted further by mental activities
Support the diverse work styles of your entire workforce
Regardless of difference, disability or language, 100% of our employees should feel encouraged to understand and communicate in their own unique way.
The visual learners, auditory processors and verbal communicators. The organized researchers, logical analyzers, detail-oriented, and beyond. With Read&Write, all employees can choose to learn and work in the style that suits them best.
What our customers say
We know that it takes on average 3 years for a person to disclose that they have a neurodiverse condition. The number of neurodivergent colleagues we have is higher than we think. That’s why we’ve made Read&Write available to every single colleague.
Are you ready to find out more about Read&Write?
Read&Write supports over 40 million people worldwide, and we’re ready to support millions more. Chat to us about how Read&Write can support your people. Complete this form to ask us questions, receive a demo, or to discuss licensing options.
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Features - at a glance
Text-to-Speech reads on-screen text aloud, which helps to reinforce understanding, increase focus and improve retention
Check It reduces writing errors with an advanced grammar and spelling checker
Word Prediction intuitively predicts word entry, helping employees to maintain focus and flow
Screen Masking with reading pane reduces visual stress and improves focus
Voice Notes offers a friendly alternative to written comments. Employees can quickly and easily give detailed feedback
Audio Maker converts large documents into MP3 files for listening on-the-go
Highlights allows users to collect digital content from multiple sources, with automatic source referencing
Scan converts paper documents and inaccessible PDFs into accessible digital formats
Using Read&Write for Work
Making digital text easier to understand
Supporting dyslexic employees with literacy support
What our product users say
"Read&Write is very user-friendly and it literally changed my working life for the better! My Line Manager noticed that my productivity went through the roof. I just felt less stressed"
Taljinder Duggal, a Corporate Communications and Engagement Analyst with Dyslexia and Dyspraxia
“The availability of Read&Write demonstrates an organization’s supportive attitude and commitment to fostering a healthy and inclusive workplace. With the right support in place, everyone can achieve their ambitions.”
One subscription. One sign in. Any device.
Enjoy the benefits of Read&Write for Work on Windows PCs, Macs, Google, iPad and Android tablets. One simple annual subscription lets users sign in on any device. So it’s great for employees working in the office, at home or on the move.
How can you try or buy Read&Write for Work?
Get pricing
We offer different licensing options, so you can choose what suits you. Choose from a Single, Group, or Site License. Visit our pricing page to understand costs based on the number of users who need a license.
Do you need to purchase a single license for personal use?
If you're an individual who wishes to purchase their own Read&Write license, please use our store.
You can purchase up to 10 single licenses using your credit or debit card.
FAQs
- Is Read&Write for Work only for employees who require a reasonable adjustment?
Read&Write is most beneficial for neurodivergent employees, as well as those with low literacy, and who speak English as a Second Language. But it also offers powerful benefits for everyone. Every employee has preferred ways of learning and working. Read&Write’s features allow employees to choose to learn and work in the style that suits them best.
- What platforms/devices does Read&Write for Work work on?
Read&Write for Work integrates across Windows, Mac and Google. And, it’s compatible for use across most devices including laptop, tablet or chromebook. Not only that, employees can enjoy features as they browse the web, read PDFs, or collaborate with one another in a shared document. So whether your employees are working at home or in the office, Read&Write for Work is available to them.
- What’s included in my subscription?
Your subscription means everyone can enjoy the benefits of Read&Write across all platforms including Windows, Mac, Google Chrome, Edge, iPad, and Android.
Our Learning and Training resources for each product can be accessed at any time on our website. Get up to speed with our software through our learning resources, then verify your expertise by taking part in our certification program.
Our support site gives you access to lots of common questions that other users of our software have about the technical stuff. If you can't find what you're looking for there, then our Tech Support team is on hand at support@texthelp.com 9-5pm every day to help with troubleshooting or technical problems.
We're always working on making our products better, so any improvements or enhancements are pushed out automatically to you, there's no upgrading to do on your part.
Plus, coming soon you’ll get free access to the Texthelp Academy for how-to information, video tutorials, product webinars and lots more.
All of this is included as part of your subscription. We do not charge any extra for these services.
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Read&Write is free for family!
Our workplace 'enterprise' customers can support their employees' families by giving them Read&Write for free.
This means they can pass the gift of inclusion to those their people value the most.