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10 Genuine Ways Companies Can Prioritize Accessibility And Inclusion
According to the World Economic Forum, of the 90% of companies that claim to make diversity a priority, only 4% are inclusive of disabilities. To help you get started, 10 communications leaders of Forbes Communications Council discuss some of the most effective ways a company can ensure it is making genuine efforts when it comes to disability, inclusion and accessibility in its communications and special events.
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A Comprehensive Technical Guide – The Web Accessibility Playbook
This is an in-depth resource for web developers, designers, and anybody else involved in the creation of digital material. It acts as a roadmap to assist them in making web content more inclusive. Main focus is on techniques for implementing accessibility across different web page elements, such as headings, lists, images, multimedia, dynamic content, forms, etc.
- Techniques that should be avoided, keeping in mind accessibility.
- Techniques for enhancing accessibility.
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Dating Apps Can be More Inclusive with Accessibility Features
Disability rights activist Virali Modi says she wishes people were more accepting of those with disabilities when it comes to romantic relationships. She says, not just a wedding, but dating itself is a challenge for those who are disabled. In case of prospective suitors, people, especially loved ones, tell you to compromise and “take what you can get”.
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Google Pixel Celebrates Accessibility in Its Latest Super Bowl Ad
For the past two years, Google has used its Super Bowl spot to tout the capabilities of its Pixel camera, including its Real Tone skin representation feature and the ability to fix mistakes (or delete entire people) in photographs.
For 2024, the trend continues, with Google highlighting its Guided Frame accessibility tool in a 60-second spot titled “Javier in Frame.”
Making accessibility a key digital ingredient
“Including accessibility in the product lifecycle from discovery through delivery is crucial to ensuring that we are addressing problems and designing solutions that deeply understand our users’ multi-faceted needs,” said Babs Van Gilst, Senior Director of Product Management. Find out how McDonald’s has changed its approach to digital accessibility.
Achieve Digital Accessibility at Scale: Audit – Maintain – Comply
BarrierBreak is the Leader in Offshore Digital Accessibility Testing & Consulting. Your trusted adviser and reliable source for accessibility testing solutions. Get in touch with us to ensure your digital solutions conform to WCAG 2.1 & 2.2, Section 508 Testing, and to create a VPAT for your product.