In-depth coverage of WCAG, ADA, Section 508, and enterprise accessibility governance.
Assistive TechnologiesThe ideal computer operating system (OS) makes it easy for everyone, including people with disabilities. No matter what the intended purpose of the OS is - for work, information, or entertainment - th
Inclusive Design PracticesNeurodiversity is one of the more complicated types of disability, and few people understand what it means. For advice on making websites and apps accessible, refer to this introductory guide.
Living with DisabilityAdaptive sports are recreational or competitive sports for persons with disabilities. Adaptive sports come in all forms, from Wheelchair Basketball to Archery and Goalball. Adaptive sports and other t
GeneralThe courts have struggled to regulate digital accessibility since the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) signing. In 2018 the U.S. Access Board clarified the mandate for federal agencies and entiti
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Visual and Media AccessibilityLibraries have long been pillars of their communities, providing resources and access to materials and opportunities, especially to underserved and underrepresented populations. In particular, people
Living with DisabilityRecognizing the different perspectives of disability can help improve accessibility in all areas where differing views of disability have been taken into consideration. To do so, one must first unders
Living with DisabilitySexual abuse is a silent but rampant phenomenon among people with disabilities. According to the US Department of Justice , people with disabilities are 3 times as likely to experience sexual assault
Assistive TechnologiesTobii Dynavox, also known as Tobii , an assistive technology company that describes itself as "pioneers of eye-tracking and attention computing," has developed TD Pilot, an eye-tracking sensor technol
Living with DisabilityMobility equipment is expensive. Wheelchairs, power chairs, and power scooters can cost thousands of dollars. Fortunately, non-profit organizations exist today to provide equipment to those in need.
Living with DisabilityAs humans, we’re often tempted to make assumptions about our surroundings based on particular cues, tropes, and societal norms. Scientists highlight the concept of optical illusions, for example, a ph
GeneralDifferent factors such as personal preference, experiences, upbringing, and cultural differences can influence the way we react to individual colors as well as the effect that individual colors have o
Living with DisabilityOne of the significant barriers to independent living is accessibility. For people living with disabilities, everyday tasks and settings can pose a challenge. Read on to find out how accessibility bec
Living with DisabilityIt’s easy to talk about barriers to independent living and the possible solutions for those barriers; however, it’s impossible to tackle them without understanding the causes. So what does cause obsta
Disability Rights and HistoryThe United Kingdom's Independent Living Movement (ILM) began in the late 1970s as many people in the disability community grew disenchanted with inaccessible services, institutionalization, and treatm
Living with DisabilityWith a history dating back to the mid-seventies – and the founders of many independent living centers having served their community long before the structures were legally formalized – a lot of academ
Living with DisabilityAbuse, hate crime, and domestic violence is often an unheard-of barrier to independent living. Unfortunately, these things are more common than you would expect for people living with disabilities, wi
GeneralExtreme light sensitivity, throbbing pains, and even difficulty speaking − are all typical symptoms of migraine headaches. According to the World Health Organization, at least half of adults have had
Living with DisabilityMany people take transportation for granted; it’s just getting from A to B. But people with disabilities face many barriers that complicate this seemingly simple task. A traveler with a disability mig
Living with DisabilityThe United States is home to over 2 million people living with limb loss or limb difference. Those who choose to utilize a prosthetic device are likely to agree unanimously: the process of acquiring a
GeneralRidesharing services have become a key resource for people getting around without their own vehicle or access to public transportation, and creating accessible experiences in this space requires the c
Living with DisabilityThe Coronavirus Pandemic halted social activities as we knew them for billions of people across the globe. Quickly, stay-at-home orders and social distancing guidelines took the place of most in-perso
Laws and RegulationsThe Accessibility Awareness Quotient (AQ) looks to measure an organization’s awareness of disability and accessibility requirements and expectations based on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
