Can Everyone Hear You? Microphone Skills for Inclusive Presentations

Title: Can Everyone Hear You? Microphone Skills for Inclusive Presentations This webinar was recorded live on June 30, 2026, by the National Association of EMS Educators (NAEMSE) in collaboration with Holly J. Britt, MFA, MA, NRP, I/C. Description: This is a practical webinar designed for EMS educators, conference presenters, and public speakers who want to improve communication access for their audiences. Many presenters avoid microphones because they dislike hearing their own amplified voices, feel uncomfortable with audio equipment, or believe their natural voices are loud enough. However, poor microphone use can create barriers for audience members with hearing loss, auditory processing challenges, or difficulty understanding speech in noisy environments. This session will explain why microphone use is an accessibility issue, introduce common microphone types, demonstrate frequent microphone mistakes, and provide practical strategies for building comfort with amplified speech.