Accessibility in the News — 12/1/2023. 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! Feature Story Skip to National News (U.S.) | Skip to International News More Accessibility[…]
READ MORE about Inaccessibility On Airplanes Continues To Outrage Passengers As Holiday Season ApproachesWCAG 2.2 Explained – What Designers and Content Creators Need To Know
As the digital landscape evolves, ensuring inclusive and accessible online experiences becomes more critical than ever. Recently, the WC3 released its version 2.2 updates to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG), bringing with it new standards and considerations. If you’re a website designer, application developer, or digital marketer, understanding these changes is crucial for creating content that reaches all users barrier-free. The Evolution of WCAG: A Brief Overview Originally introduced[…]
READ MORE about WCAG 2.2 Explained – What Designers and Content Creators Need To KnowDepartment of Justice Fights To Improve Voting Accessibility
Accessibility in the News — 11/10/2023. 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! Feature Story Skip to National News (U.S.) | Skip to International News More Accessibility[…]
READ MORE about Department of Justice Fights To Improve Voting AccessibilityWCAG 2.2 Update: Is the Juice Worth the Squeeze?
Forecasting the Impact of the WCAG 2.2 Update Author’s Note: Idiom “Is the Juice Worth the Squeeze” means “is it worth it.” For the past few years, the World Wide Web Consortium (aka W3C) has teased the industry with the potential release of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2. This likely update, now expected to be released in Fall of 2023, has led to much speculation about the[…]
READ MORE about WCAG 2.2 Update: Is the Juice Worth the Squeeze?With The Holidays Around The Corner How Accessible Will Your Winter Travel Be?
Accessibility in the News — 11/3/2023. 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! Feature Story Skip to National News (U.S.) | Skip to International News More Accessibility[…]
READ MORE about With The Holidays Around The Corner How Accessible Will Your Winter Travel Be?Accessibility Asked and Answered: What is a Web Accessibility Audit?
A web accessibility audit evaluates a digital asset for accessibility to people with disabilities. The audit may be for a website, web application, mobile app, desktop application, or any product that contains a user interface. The audit typically involves reviewing the digital assets’ content, design, and code to identify any barriers that may prevent people with disabilities from accessing or using the site. Audit Motivation There are many reasons why[…]
READ MORE about Accessibility Asked and Answered: What is a Web Accessibility Audit?Spooky Season Is Upon Us, How Can You Make Halloween More Accessible?
Accessibility in the News — 10/27/2023. 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! Feature Story Skip to National News (U.S.) | Skip to International News More Accessibility[…]
READ MORE about Spooky Season Is Upon Us, How Can You Make Halloween More Accessible?Department Of Justice Wins Settlement Against Developer For Fair Housing And ADA Violations
Accessibility in the News — 10/20/2023. The Department of Justice has successfully negotiated a $475,000 settlement with Maryland-based developer Humphrey-Stavrou Associates Inc. and related entities, addressing alleged violations of the Fair Housing Act (FHA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The claims center on the failure to provide necessary accessible features for individuals with disabilities, particularly those using wheelchairs, at six multifamily housing complexes in Maryland. As part of[…]
READ MORE about Department Of Justice Wins Settlement Against Developer For Fair Housing And ADA ViolationsNavigating the Accessibility Journey: How Metrics Evolve with Progress
In this installment of Accessibility Conversations, Jeff Kline, a seasoned expert in the field of accessibility, sheds light on the crucial role of metrics in creating a culture of accessibility in their organizations. Like any journey, accessibility initiatives must start with a clear understanding of where your organization stands and where you aim to reach. Whether you’re at the starting point of your accessibility journey or are already well underway,[…]
READ MORE about Navigating the Accessibility Journey: How Metrics Evolve with ProgressState And Local Governments Work To Improve Ballot Accessibility
Accessibility in the News — 10/13/2023 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! Feature Story Skip to National News (U.S.) | Skip to International News More Accessibility[…]
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