Tag: Accessibility

Answer Accessibility Feedback in Five Steps

Have you received accessibility feedback on your website? Don’t panic! That means your accessibility feedback workflow is active, indicating users can report barriers. That’s great! You can now take this opportunity to improve your site for everyone. Keep these steps in mind to respond carefully and efficiently. Here’s how: 1. Provide Immediate Accommodation 2. Gather Detailed Information […]

The Challenges of Accessibility in Montreal: A Path Towards Improvement

Montreal, a city renowned for its rich history and vibrant culture, unfortunately, has a less admirable legacy when it comes to accessibility. As a city built in various stages over centuries, many of Montreal’s private and public spaces were designed without consideration for individuals with mobility challenges. This historical oversight has left a significant portion […]

Implementing Accessibility to Improve Your Home

Let’s explore how we can use accessibility to improve the functionality of your home. For most people, the home is where they spend a large portion of their day. An organized and efficient living space can make a huge difference in their daily experiences. As someone who lives with a cognitive disability, considering accessibility when organizing […]

What is a VPAT?

A VPAT, short for Voluntary Product Accessibility Template, is a document that organizations complete to demonstrate their dedication to creating accessible products to all users, including those with disabilities. It is a formal declaration of compliance with accessibility standards, reflecting a commitment to ethical principles and adhering to relevant legal requirements. By providing a VPAT, […]

Global Accessibility Awareness Day 2023

Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) is on May 18. As many of us know, accessibility is not a one-off project; it is an ongoing effort that requires knowledge, resources, and commitment. Here are some tips for celebrating and reaffirming your organization’s commitment to accessibility this GAAD. Take a course in Accessible Web Academy Did you […]

WCAG 2.1 vs 2.2

WCAG 2.2 guidelines are an updated set of web accessibility standards being drafted by the W3C. Their upcoming release contains new success criteria that builds on the WCAG 2.1 standard while still leaving the existing guidelines intact. Understanding WCAG 2.2 vs WCAG 2.1 is an important step for your organization’s long term web accessibility strategy. What’s […]

What You Need to Know About CO HB-1110

What is CO HB-1110? Colorado’s state legislature recently passed House Bill (HB) 1110 making it the first state to require state and local governments to be compliant with digital accessibility standards. These standards already existed at the federal level, but codifying them into state law gives more legal power to those who face discrimination and […]