The digital world is a rapidly changing environment that all of us increasingly rely upon. The reality is, for people living with a disability, much of the internet remains inaccessible (despite the legal policies put in place to facilitate accessibility). To create a more inclusive world, the Centre for Accessibility Australia (CFA Australia) aims to reduce the accessibility gap.
Announced at the most recent Microsoft Ignite 2022 event in Seattle, a set of new accessibility features is set to make the Edge browser more inclusive. These features include:
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Read full story: Microsoft Edge Introduces New Accessibility Features
As part of National Disability Employment Awareness Month during October, Amazon, while continuing to commit to pursuing accessibility, has released new and innovative video stations to over 200 sites; in…
Read full story: Amazon Launches Video Stations to Teach Employees Sign Language
According to a team of researchers at the National University of Singapore (NUS), individuals with limited hand functions will soon be able to have a way to control their devices…
Read full story: Researchers Invent Smart Mouthguard to Control Electronic Devices by Bite Force.
With Apple pushing for accessibility with the release of the new WatchOS 9 operating system for Apple Watch, comes a new software update featuring Quick Actions – building on the technology…
Read full story: Apple Watch Users Can Now Use Hand Gestures to Respond to Alerts.
An accessibility audit is a professional evaluation of how well your website and digital items meet the needs of people with disability. Auditing can be performed on websites, apps and documents.
Audio descriptions are an additional narration track in videos that describes the scenes and actions for blind and visually impaired people.
For organisations interested in enhancing accessibility to participants and clients with disability.
Assistance to develop, implement, monitor or review your Disability And Inclusion Plans (DAIP).
The Australian Access Awards has been recognising organisations and individuals who deliver exceptional digital experiences for Australians living with disability since 2019. To nominate, become a sponsor, or for more information visit the Access Awards.
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