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Accessibility Training guides launched for Microsoft 365.

Knowing what accessibility features are available for different technologies is not always common knowledge, for many, may not even cross their minds until they need to use it. For those…
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Windows 11 22H2 update includes new accessibility features

Windows 11 is receiving a rollout of its new 22H2 update, and there’s a number of new accessibility features relating to voice navigation, live captioning and Narrator screen reader…
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Android to receive sound accessibility improvements

Google has recently announced some updates for Android devices that will be rolling out shortly. Included in the updates are new accessibility tools to enhance the sound alerts and audio…
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CFA Australia awarded digital access systemic advocacy grant

Centre For Accessibility Australia has been awarded a systemic advocacy grant by, the WA Department of Communities to fundamentally transform the digital access landscape in Western Australia.

The purpose of…
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US Department of Justice to create regulations for web accessibility

In early August, the Department of Justice (DOJ) revealed plans to start the legislation process related to “Non-discrimination on the Basis of Disability: Accessibility of Web Information and Services…
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Jobs Connect platform links WA people with disability to employment pathways and assist skills shortage.

Jobs Connect, a new online platform for linking people with disability to employment pathways has been announced by the WA government .

In a recent press release, it was stated that…
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Microsoft 365 receives major accessibility update

Microsoft has announced on its blog new updates of the Microsoft 365 package. There are a number of updates that will allow people with a disability better accessibility to Microsoft…
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James Webb Space Telescope brings incredible images and stunning alt text

On July 12th NASA released the most detailed photos of the universe to date, that left many in awe. The photos from the James Webb Space Telescope were clear and…
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CFA Australia CEO appointed Chair of Disability Services Commission WA Board

The Disability Services Commission Board of Western Australia (DSC) has recently appointed three new members including CFA Australia CEO DR Scott Hollier as Board Chair.

In a media statement release…
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University students in India to receive increased accessibility support

The India University Grants Commission have updated the standards for accessibility in higher education. This will be beneficial for students with disability and students from disadvantaged backgrounds: The Comprehensive Accessibility…
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