Accessibility in the News— 11/2/18. NOTE: To get news like this every week in your inbox, before it hits our website, subscribe to our Accessibility in the News e-newsletter. There are no ads or graphics, and we never send spam. Just use the sign-up form on this page to subscribe and stay up to date! Skip to National News (U.S.) | Skip to International News More Accessibility Resources on this[…]
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Microassist's Accessibility in the News is a widely read, free weekly newsletter curated by Jack McElaney. Newsletter sections include a compilation of accessibility articles and blogs, a list of accessibility conferences and training, accessibility job announcements, and a listing of accessibility resource pages.
Featured by Wall Street Journal, its sole purpose is to educate people interested or involved in accessibility related to the Americans with Disabilities Act Title I, II, or III, and Sections 504 and 508 of the U.S. Rehabilitation Act. It also covers numerous international topics from all over the world.
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Accessibility in the News – October 26, 2018
Accessibility in the News— 10/26/18. NOTE: To get news like this every week in your inbox, before it hits our website, subscribe to our Accessibility in the News e-newsletter. There are no ads or graphics, and we never send spam. Just use the sign-up form on this page to subscribe and stay up to date! Skip to National News (U.S.) | Skip to International News More Accessibility Resources on this[…]
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Accessibility in the News— 10/19/18. NOTE: To get news like this every week in your inbox, before it hits our website, subscribe to our Accessibility in the News e-newsletter. There are no ads or graphics, and we never send spam. Just use the sign-up form on this page to subscribe and stay up to date! Skip to National News (U.S.) | Skip to International News More Accessibility Resources on this[…]
READ MORE about Accessibility in the News – October 19, 2018Website Access Issues Plague Gov, Gutenberg; Inclusive Design Meets Off-Roading, Outer Space, and Hair Care
Accessibility in the News—10/12/18. Physical and website access issues continue to plague government and private businesses. In the public sector, polling place accessibility for people with disabilities crops up more frequently as midterm election dates draw near. Government website accessibility lawsuits are also breaking out of their regional norms, and this week, Minnesota had its first encounter with litigation related to online access. While the private sector continues to grapple with how the[…]
READ MORE about Website Access Issues Plague Gov, Gutenberg; Inclusive Design Meets Off-Roading, Outer Space, and Hair CareNDEAM Spotlights Jobs and Access for Disabled Employees; DOJ Weighs in on Website Accessibility
Disability Employment Awareness Month begins at state and national levels. Also, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) weighs in on website accessibility requirements for businesses. But did anything change? Accessibility in the News—10/5/18. This week kicked off National Disability Employment Month (NDEAM), which is observed every October (states also have their observances, including our home state of Texas). Throughout the month, initiatives celebrate the productivity and perspective that employees with[…]
READ MORE about NDEAM Spotlights Jobs and Access for Disabled Employees; DOJ Weighs in on Website AccessibilityThe Americans with Disabilities Act: Buildings, Websites, Greek Life Miss the Mark
Accessibility in the News—9/28/18. Though the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) passed more than 20 years ago, compliance with the Act is still an issue. While it could be argued that website accessibility is a relatively new issue, equal access and nondiscrimination violations continue to occur in traditional settings. This week’s news covers inaccessible fraternity houses, sororities not admitting a cheerleader with Down Syndrome, and buildings, websites, and city infrastructure[…]
READ MORE about The Americans with Disabilities Act: Buildings, Websites, Greek Life Miss the MarkFor Website Accessibility Cases, Industries Give Tips, Request DOJ Clarification
Accessibility in the News—9/21/18. This week, museums, modeling, makeup, and the Texas proposal to remove deaf-blind Helen Keller’s story from school curriculum stood beside articles addressing website accessibility cases impacting various industries. A new museum app opens the art world to those who may otherwise experience anxiety over new events, while a review of an association conference provides good tips for all seeking to provide an accessible experience for all[…]
READ MORE about For Website Accessibility Cases, Industries Give Tips, Request DOJ ClarificationAccessibility Progress Being Made Online, On Grounds in Education Sector
Accessibility in the News—9/14/18. The week started off with a heavy focus on institutions of higher education. A student’s entire college experience, from class registration to parking to classes themselves, can be dramatically affected how well accessibility has been implemented online, in class, and across campus. At least two universities are intentionally pursuing accessibility improvements, and one witness to the registration process for a person with disabilities is now launching[…]
READ MORE about Accessibility Progress Being Made Online, On Grounds in Education SectorLaws, Litigation Message: Make Websites Accessible
Accessibility in the News—9/7/18. The industries are varied and the methods differ, but the message from a few of this week’s stories is the same: Make your website accessible for people who have disabilities. Leveraging both legal actions and established mandates, groups in the U.S. and abroad are emphasizing the need for online access for everyone. Several articles this week focus on the litigation aspect: Property management and leasing companies[…]
READ MORE about Laws, Litigation Message: Make Websites AccessibleMarket is Ripe for Accessible Home, Fashion Designs for People with Disabilities
Accessibility in the News—8/31/18. There were a few repeated themes this week: There’s still a lot of work do be done in making websites more accessible, both in business and in government. In elections, new technology and improved processes can foster more inclusive voting. And designs for people with disabilities are appearing in housing and buildings, fashion design, and other products and services. Some of this growth is due to[…]
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