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Sharing again since every time I'm on this app I see people asking questions about alt text (which is awesome that people care!!☺️) Here's my blog post Alt Text for Beginners: webable.com/alt-text-for...
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Sharing again since every time I'm on this app I see people asking questions about alt text (which is awesome that people care!!☺️) Here's my blog post Alt Text for Beginners: webable.com/alt-text-for...
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My latest for WebABLE News: The Four Major Web Accessibility Principles Every Design Needs webable.com/pour-four-ma...
My latest for WebABLE News: The Four Major Web Accessibility Principles Every Design Needs webable.com/pour-four-ma...
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A reminder that Knowbility will be at the Accessing Higher Ground conference in Denver this week! If you are attending and would like to connect please contact us. Link to the event: accessinghigherground.org Email: knowbility@knowbility.org LinkedIn: knowbility.org/linkedin
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Wong envisioned a world where disabled people, particularly those from multiple marginalized backgrounds, could live freely and with full autonomy.
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Just a reminder — we are still looking for awesome content creators to get involved! Send us a DM or repost for your friends. 🥰
Pssst! 👀 Are you a disabled content creator OR a creator passionate about accessibility? DM us! We’re working on something new and exciting at AbleToPlay to help inclusive creators grow their audiences and connect with game studios and publishers for sponsorships. Reposts appreciated!
Wow! This is big news!
For the first time, researchers have restored some vision to people with a common eye disease by using a prosthetic retinal implant. The treatment could improve the lives of an estimated one million people in the U.S. who lose their vision to the condition if it's approved for broader use.
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New from Ricky Onsman: the latest Weekly Reading List (Oct 20, 2025) is out. Top picks in accessibility, design & inclusion, perfect for a quick scroll and share. www.tpgi.com/weekly-readi... #DigitalAccessibility #A11y #InclusiveDesign #AccessibilityMatters #UX #WebAccessibility #Accessibility
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Don't forget to tune into WPAD 2025! You'll learn valuable insights and actionable tips to enhance the accessibility of your projects. Join us live to make the web a more inclusive place for all. 2025.wpaccessibility.day/schedule/ #WPAD2025 #WPA11yDay #WordPress #Accessibility #a11y
3D Printing can be used to create custom adaptive tools for those with disabilities ⚙️ webable.com/articles/how...
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Want the ultimate backstage pass to WordCamp Asia 2026? Become a Media Partner. Enjoy interview access, a dedicated media studio, and visibility across official channels. Join us in Mumbai at Jio World Convention Centre from April 9-11, 2026. asia.wordcamp.org/2026/media-... #WCAsia #WordPress
A team from Georgia Tech are researching robotic exoskeletons to help stroke survivors regain their walking ability webable.com/articles/the...
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Meryl Evans' "Why and How to Create Accessible Social Media and Website Content" introduces content creators to basic accessibility considerations for links, hashtags, emojis, alt text, transcripts, and more. meryl.net/digital-cont...
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Little reminder that Inclusive Design 24 is currently happening, and the talks and discussions have been fantastic so far!! It's free and you can join live, but also, you can catch the replays on YouTube later. Here you go: inclusivedesign24.org/2025/ #Accesssibility #InclusiveDesign #id24
Tomorrow! Free for all!
Inclusive Design 24 is this week! We go live on 25 September, with twenty four hours of live talks about accessibility and inclusive design. All streamed for free, no registration required. Here's our schedule for this year: inclusivedesign24.org/2025/schedule/ #id24 #accessibility #InclusiveDesign
Tomorrow! #ID24 Inclusive Design 24- Free and available to all: inclusivedesign24.org/2025/schedule/
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TPGi Weekly Reading List A weekly roundup of links to digital accessibility industry news, posted every Monday. Compiled by Ricky Onsman. www.tpgi.com/weekly-readi... #accessibility #a11y #web #designers #developers #news #articles
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New: What I wish I was taught in school as a disabled person. I’ve taken to the blog to add some important lessons to the curriculum. Here’s my timetable which would include independent living skills, disability advocacy, and so much more. lifeofablindgirl.com/2025/09/21/w...
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Session Spotlight: Invisible Until It Hurts: Rethinking Brand Design Through the Lens of Accessibility with Victoria Ottah. Reframe accessibility as a core design principle by addressing typography, icons, logos, and color palettes for users with visual or cognitive impairments.
Literacy Beyond Print: Accessible Reading, Tech and Graphics at the NYPL. See the WebABLE calendar for all the details ✨ webable.com/events/liter...
Also please feel free to submit your own accessibility events to our calendar to be added in case we missed any! I'm always adding new events to the WebABLE calendar :)
Web Accessibility in Mind Conference just wrapped up, but there are still so many accessibility-focused events coming up. Check out our latest blog post, or our calendar feature for all the details.
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#NYC Opening Doors Challenge Seeks #Accessibility Ideas NYC launches Opening Doors challenge to gather innovative ideas for improving building #Accessibility, #Inclusion, and safety citywide. www.disabled-world.com/news/america...
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The countdown to Inclusive Design 24 on 25 September begins: inclusivedesign24.org/2025/schedule/ @inclusivedesign24.bsky.social is a free 24-hour online event for the global community. #id24 #accessibility #a11y #design #code #gamedev #disability
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Is your website ADA-compliant? Sheri Byrne-Haber highlights how digital accessibility risks can block users, and create compliance issues. Are your digital experiences truly accessible? buttondown.com/access-abili... #DigitalAccessibility #A11y #WebAccessibility #RiskManagement #ADA #Compliance
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Join us at the M-Enabling Summit, a global event focused on digital accessibility and inclusive design. The event runs from October 6-8, in Washington, D.C. A virtual pass is also available. Use promo code HEARS15 for 15% off registration. For more details, visit their website: buff.ly/lhK00Pz
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Accessibility Show #8: @joedolson.bsky.social joins me to review keyboard accessibility on 6 high-profile WordPress sites. Only 1 scored highly, most had major navigation issues. Listen for real-world accessibility testing tips! #a11y #WordPress #WebAccessibility - wpbuilds.com/accessibilit...
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Tackling Tricky Accessibility Challenges hs-2935247.f.hubspotemail.net/hub/2935247/... #Accessibility #DigitalAccessibility #A11y #WebAccessibility #UX #UXDesign
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Replying to @wpaccessibility.day
Details: 2025.wpaccessibility.day/sessions/bei... October 15, 2025, at 16:00 UTC #WPAD2025 #WPA11yDay #Accessibility #WordPress
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Introducing Baby Steps Accessibility ... www.dennisdeacon.com/web/accessib... #WebAccessibility #DigitalAccessibility #Accessibility #A11y #BabySteps
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Dyscalculia is a specific and persistent difficulty in understanding numbers. Laura Parker explains its impact on understanding numbers. www.linkedin.com/pulse/living... #Dyscalculia #Cognitive #DigitalAccessibility #Accessibility #A11y
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Session Spotlight: Accessible Design Patterns for 2025 with Vitaly Friedman (@vitalyf.bsky.social). Learn how to design for inclusivity and accessibility, catering to all audiences. Info: 2025.wpaccessibility.day/sessions/acc... October 15, 2025, at 15:00 UTC #WPAD2025 #WPA11yDay #Accessibility
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Each #WordCamp relies on the support and generosity of its sponsors. If you haven't already, get to know the #WCUS sponsors by visiting their booths, exploring their offerings, and learn how they contribute to the #WordPress ecosystem. us.wordcamp.org/2025/sponsors/
I just registered for #WPA11yDay, a free, virtual 24-hour conference on WordPress accessibility taking place October 15th and 16th, and you should too! Get your free ticket at 2025.wpaccessibility.day #WPAD2025 #WordPress #a11y
A reminder that this FREE training from Disability Belongs is tomorrow, August 28th at 2:00PM eastern! @disabilitybelongs.bsky.social
All about Alt Text and Image Descriptions: Making Visual Content Accessible to Everyone ~ A training from Disability Belongs: @disabilitybelongs.bsky.social www.disabilitybelongs.org/2025/08/alt-...
All about the Accessibility Internet Rally: webable.com/articles/acc...
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Don’t let focus disappear! Tatiana Fokina shows how to keep keyboard focus visible with WCAG tips. Accessibility starts with visibility. a11y-blog.dev/en/articles/... #Accessibility #WCAG #InclusiveDesign #WebDevelopment #WebDev #A11y #FocusVisibility #DigitalAccessibility #WCAG
Assistive technology company Smartbox was able to restore a woman's voice with AI using just an 8 second clip from an old VHS recording: webable.com/articles/how...
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Jason Grigsby reminds us that accessibility isn’t just for permanent needs, it can empower anyone, anytime, especially when life takes unexpected turns. cloudfour.com/thinks/how-o... #Accessibility #InclusiveDesign #A11y #UserExperience #DigitalAccessibility
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Welcome to the Accessibility Internet Rally! We're thrilled to have our amazing partners, including Google, Monkee-Boy Web Design, Cisco, and the League of Women Voters. Their support makes it all possible. Join us! knowbility.org/air #Knowbility #Accessibility #A11y #AIR2025 #DigitalInclusion
A handy list of tools from Google Chrome that make studying a bit easier for disabled and neurodivergent people: webable.com/articles/stu...