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.
May 15th, 2025, marks the 14th annual Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD)—a global initiative dedicated to promoting digital accessibility and inclusion for more than one billion people living with…
Read full story: Australian Access Awards are back for 2025! Calling for Nominations!
Synchron, a neurotechnology company, has released footage of its work with Apple’s Brain Computer Interface (BCI) technology.
Mark Jackson, a patient living with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), can control…
Read full story: Brain Computer Interface from Synchron and Apple.
South Africa has launched four new assistive technologies to enhance the lives of people with disability. These innovations aim to promote inclusivity, dignity, and access, aligning with the country’s…
Read full story: South Africa Launches New Assistive Technologies.
California’s new Accessibility Hub is a valuable resource for travelers with disability. This online platform offers practical tools, expert advice, and stories to help visitors navigate the state’s…
Read full story: California Opens Doors to Accessible Travel with Accessibility Hub.
Perth City Library -
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Perth,
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Australia
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.
