Latest posts tagged with #Digitalaccessibility on Bluesky
PDFs underperform for SEO, sharing & mobile use, &often block access for people with disabilities. Great content deserves formats that serve everyone. Rethink PDFs and prioritise accessible, discoverable alternatives
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#DigitalAccessibility #ContentStrategy #UX #SEO #A11y #PDFs
PDFs are not inherently accessible so provide properly tagged docs and accessible alternatives like HTML or Word to ensure everyone can use your content and meet digital accessibility standards.
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#InclusiveDesign #DigitalAccessibility #WCAG #UX #PDFs #ContentStrategy #A11y
24 Accessibility, 24 days of digital accessibility gifts during the season of giving and sharing.
Interested in writing for 2026?
We're ramping up for the 24 Accessibility series in 2026. Interested in contributing an article? Follow the link and submit your information.
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#A11y #DigitalAccessibility #24A11y #WebAccessibility #WevDev #MobileA11y #UX #UXDesign
Accessibility risk isn’t in features alone it’s in contracts too Smart procurement language tied to WCAG testing remediation timelines and vendor accountability protects users and your organization.
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#DigitalAccessibility #DigitalInclusion #RiskManagement #WCAG #Procurement #A11y
The same content can be clarity for one person and confusion or exclusion for another. Inclusive design is about perception not just compliance.
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#DigitalAccessibility #InclusiveDesign #DigitalInclusion #WebAccessibility #A11y
AI can help with accessibility, but it cannot replace human expertise. Accessibility pros bring empathy, judgment, and context that machines cannot replicate.
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#DigitalAccessibility #AI #InclusiveDesign #AccessibilityLeadership #A11y
Join the conversation on digital accessibility and workforce support at the "Meeting the Moment" community forum in Lowell, where vital resources and over $3 million in municipal grants await!
Learn more here!
#MA #LowellDisabilities #CitizenPortal #DigitalAccessibility #WorkforceSupports
Could AI redefine accessibility by tailoring digital experiences for each user while creators stay accountable for inclusivity? Exploring Intelligent Digital Accessibility Assistants and the next frontier of inclusive tech.
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#DigitalAccessibility #InclusiveDesign #AI #A11y
Links and downloads should inform users about accessibility security and privacy before they leave your site. Make off‑site navigation respectful and inclusive with clear modals and link text.
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#DigitalAccessibility #InclusiveDesign #UX #A11y
A tiny wireless eye implant has been developed that may help to restore loss of central vision. In a clinical study, many blind older adults who received the implant regained enough clarity to recognise letters and short words: zurl.co/kE1j6
#VisuallyImpaired #DigitalAccessibility #Accessibility
Most organisations don’t think about accessibility at scale until it’s too late. System generated PDFs must be tagged, structured and usable by assistive tech. This article outlines practical strategies for enterprise‑ready PDF accessibility.
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#PDF #DigitalAccessibility #A11y
A laptop has an Adobe InDesign icon emerging from the screen in a darkened room. Above in an orange hexagon is the title “InDesign Accessibility - Steps to creating an inclusive document.
Adobe InDesign’s #accessibility features can be a bit tricky to find, so we're sharing a few key features that can help to make your documents more accessible.
Learn more about these points and how to assess a PDF's accessibility in our guide: zurl.co/l4lYL
#A11y #Marketing #DigitalAccessibility
Maybe not. Our eyes detect light, but the brain interprets it, which means perception can vary subtly between people. Tatyana Bayramova explores the science behind how we experience color.
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#ColorPerception #UX #Accessibility #DesignThinking #DigitalAccessibility #A11y
Perfect for accessibility auditors, developers, QA testers & anyone working toward Section 508 compliance!
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#Accessibility #Section508 #WCAG #KeyboardAccess #DigitalAccessibility #TrustedTester #GDGVienna #A11y
Great presentations are not just good design, they are accessible communication.
Clear slides, inclusive language, strong contrast, and thoughtful delivery help everyone engage with your message.
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#Accessibility #InclusiveDesign #DigitalAccessibility #Presentations #A11y
Massachusetts' CIO is advocating for $60.3 million in funding to safeguard digital services and propel groundbreaking cybersecurity and AI initiatives—will lawmakers heed the call?
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#MA #CybersecurityInvestment #CitizenPortal #AIDeployment #DigitalAccessibility
HeX Creative Director James Hall is presenting a digital accessibility awareness session in a London-based conference. Text reads “Upskilling accessibility training. We offer bespoke digital accessibility training, delivering sessions in-house or remotely, for any organisation. We deliver tailored training for: Content professionals, Graphic designers, and Web developers, and provide awareness sessions in: The need for accessibility, Empathy lab experiences, and Deaf awareness.” A quote from Nottingham Housing Association says “We’re delighted with the training. We’ve come away considering content from varying perspectives before hitting that publish button!”
We offer bespoke #DigitalAccessibility training for any organisation. These empowering sessions can be delivered in-house or remotely to upskill developers, designers, content writers, and staff members.
Find out about our range of #accessibility training and #A11y awareness sessions: zurl.co/TTR5X
Auto-scrolling content may feel modern, but it often breaks accessibility and user control.
A sharp reminder from Bogdan Cerovac on why designers and developers should stop using it. Accessibility starts with respecting the user.
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#A11y #InclusiveDesign #UX #DigitalAccessibility
Person with a sight impairment, who wears glasses, leans close to read the screen of a cash machine. Business Disability Forum's 'Changing the image of disability' logo is in the lower right corner of the image.
You must check that your digital products and services are accessible.
The first step is to consult with your customers, including those with disabilities. We have a free guide on how to gather feedback:
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#BDFTechTaskforce #DigitalAccessibility
The title “HeX in Ireland - Enhancing digital experiences and helping workplace culture to bloom” is above a montage of photos in Dublin, Ireland, with James Hall presenting to a Culture in Bloom event, members from Ahead Ireland showcasing the HeX-built WIDE Framework, and both teams sitting together in a pub smiling towards the camera.
Last week, our team travelled to Dublin for a couple of inspiring days with the Ahead team, centred around collaboration, #accessibility, and shaping better digital and workplace experiences.
Read our blog to find out about this exciting trip: zurl.co/bqPDC
#DigitalAccessibility #EDI #Inclusion
Today is the day!
We're going live with Ilona IT in just a few hours. Join us at 13:00 GMT for practical insights on making your digital learning content accessible to every learner.
See you in there!
#Accessibility #DigitalAccessibility
LMs learn frontend from the messy web we built. That includes inaccessible patterns. Eric W. Bailey shows how to guide LLMs to use the #ARIA Authoring Practices Guide selectively, focusing on interaction & keyboard guidance instead of copying code.
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#AI #DigitalAccessibility #A11y
Ricky Onsman’s Weekly Reading List, March 9 2026 rounds up the latest insights, tools, and conversations shaping digital accessibility.
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#Accessibility #DigitalAccessibility #A11y #InclusiveDesign #WebAccessibility
Word document open in YuJa Structural Remediation.
In the coming weeks, YuJa Structural Remediation will be adding new features that allow users to use Structural Remediation in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint, reprocess low-quality OCR PDF’s, and more. Read about the release here: www.yuja.com/blog/yuja-st...
#A11Y #DigitalAccessibility
Sheri Byrne-Haber explains why off site links and downloads create hidden accessibility barriers and how “speed bump” modals & clearer link text can give users informed control.
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#WebAccessibility #UX #DigitalAccessibility #A11y
What does “accessibility expert” really mean?
Sheri Byrne-Haber questions the label & reminds us that accessibility demands humility, continuous learning, and respect for lived experiences. A thoughtful read for anyone working in a11y.
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#WebAccessibility #DigitalAccessibility #A11y
Accessibility is more than standards and checklists. It starts with understanding the core concepts that make assistive technology and inclusive design work.
A great introduction from Knowbility.
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#WebAccessibility #DigitalAccessibility #InclusiveDesign #A11y #UX #WebDevelopment
Have accessibility ideas worth sharing? The 24 Accessibility article series returns this December. If you’re a developer, tester, designer, or advocate, consider contributing. Intent deadline: March 31
Submit your interest: www.24a11y.com/author-inter...
#DigitalAccessibility #A11y
Accessibility that lasts requires more than fixing issues.
Maturity models help organizations embed accessibility into culture, process, and product development.Ted Drake explains how to build programs that scale and endure.
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#DigitalAccessibility #InclusiveDesign #UX #A11y
Accessibility is not a wish. It is a discipline. Nic Chan’s “Wishcessibility” challenges the habit of hoping accessibility will happen instead of engineering it intentionally. Inclusive design requires planning, accountability, and craft.
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#DigitalAccessibility #A11y #UX
