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ACCESSIBILITY NEWS - January 2023 EDITION

Online Event: Trends in Digital Accessibility Lawsuits

Tuesday, January 24th, 2023 1 PM ET

Join us as we recap the digital accessibility lawsuits from 2022 and look at what the trends could mean for 2023.

Accessible and Inclusive Technological Innovations Unveiled at CES 2023

Technologies that enable accessibility and inclusivity have been one of the areas of focus at past CES events, and this year was no different. At CES 2023, companies from around the world exhibited innovative products that can improve the lives of people with disabilities and help them become more independent.

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American Sign Language (ASL) uses more than the hands

There are many sign languages in the world, each with unique vocabulary and grammar. Just as different spoken languages have rules for things like tone or rhythm, rules for things like facial expression vary from one sign language to another. American Sign Language, for example, makes use of the signer’s facial movements and the placement and orientation of signs around the body.

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How to Make Corporate Functions Accessible and Welcoming

With the increase in remote work and non-traditional working arrangements, how will in-person meetings for events or conferences be held to ensure that everyone can participate? What message will the way an event or conference is organized or hosted send?

Learn How

Tips To Make Excel Spreadsheets More Accessible

When creating a Microsoft Excel (MS Excel) document for your organization, it’s vital to ensure everyone, including people with disabilities, can access it. Fortunately, MS Excel has several built-in tools and capabilities that make it easier to make your spreadsheets more readable and accessible.

Get the Tips

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Normalizing Aids in the Workplace

Assistive devices, or aids, are covered under the ADA and must be accommodated in your business to the best of your ability. However, even though they are both protected and common, stigma still exists, which may cause someone to forgo assistive devices that provide a better quality of life.

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Understanding ISO 30071-1

Another accessibility standard is ISO 30071-1. Where WCAG focuses more on product and platform testing, 30071-1 goes deeper. It focuses on creating an atmosphere of accessibility within an organization rather than simply complying with a checklist.

Learn More

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Accessibility.com Events

2023 brings a whole new set of complimentary online events to Accessibility.com. Each is designed to focus on a specific topic related to accessibility, and the content is presented by subject-matter experts from around the accessibility industry.

Check out this year's event calendar (click the links in the event name for details and to register):

January 24th	Trends in Digital Accessibility Lawsuits
February 23rd	Risky Business? Only If You're Not in Compliance
March 21st	Design for Accessibility
April 25th	Develop for Accessibility
June 6th	Deploy for Accessibility
August 22nd	Accessible Mobile Apps & Kiosks
October 24th	Creating a Sustainable Digital Accessibility Business Plan

View the 2023 Events Calendar at Accessibility.com

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