UX Series 3: Digital Accessibility and the UX Design Process
In the previous post in this series, we introduced the concept of user experience as a quality of a…
World of Accessibility
Human interest stories on accessibility related topics.
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Host or Attend an ADA30 Event
Even in a time where public gatherings are still approached with caution in light of COVID-19, hosting an ADA30…
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Review your Corporate Digital Accessibility Policies / Statement of Intent
The cornerstone of an accessibility program is its digital accessibility policy or statement of intent. Developing an accessibility policy…
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Training Your Staff on How to Support People with Disabilities
People with disabilities are just like everyone else, with various physical or cognitive differences. However, it may not be…
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Review the Accessibility of Your Public-Facing Websites
Technology has grown in leaps and bounds since the ADA was signed into law almost 30 years ago. In…
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Reviewing Your Corporate Inclusion Initiatives
As we get closer to the 30th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) – which was signed…
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UX Series 2: User Experience and Digital Accessibility
In the first post in this series, we introduced the concept and practice of universal design. This post introduces…
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The Terms and Impact of Digital Technology on People with Disabilities
Digital technology has, without a doubt, made our lives more convenient. With a few clicks of a mouse or…
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The 30th Anniversary of the ADA
Almost 30 years ago, on July 26, 1990, George H.W. Bush signed the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) into…
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UX Series 1: Universal Design and Digital Accessibility
This is the first post in an introductory series on UX and accessibility strategy. Universal design is an inclusive…
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Website Compliance – What’s in a Name?
Whatever you want to call it – “website compliance,” “web compliance,” “ADA compliant website” – it all comes down…
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Interview with Mark Wafer, Champion Advocate for Employing People with Disabilities
Mark Wafer understands better than most the benefits of employing individuals with disabilities. The owner of six Tim Hortons…
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Celebrate Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) Every Day
Global Accessibility Awareness Day (also known as GAAD) is an annual celebration of digital inclusion. It is a day…
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WCAG 2.0 Compliance
The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) are the accessibility standards set forth by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C),…
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Website Accessibility Checklist for Beginners
A website accessibility checklist is a helpful resource for creating an inclusive digital experience. An inclusive experience is essential…
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Digital Accessibility Lawsuits
People with disabilities use the internet as much as (and possibly more than) those without disabilities. Like anyone else,…
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Real People, Real Stories Podcast: Rebecca Bridges, project manager at TPGi
The host, Mark Miller, producer Marissa Sapega, and TPGi Director of Marketing Brad Henry all chat with their coworker…
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Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT)
At its core, a Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT™) is a template created by the US Federal government used…
