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.
The World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) has released an updated draft methodology for evaluating the accessibility of digital products, which is up for review.
The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines Evaluation…
Read full story: WCAG-EM 2 Methodology Up for Review, Supports Broader Digital Accessibility Evaluation.
The NFL is trialing a tactile device that allows blind and low-vision fans to follow the Super Bowl through touch, marking its most advanced accessibility test to date.
Developed…
Read full story: NFL Tests Tactile Device that Lets Blind Fans Feel the Super Bowl in Real Time.
Microsoft is rolling out updates to Narrator, its screen reader, giving users more control over how information is spoken and enhancing image descriptions with Copilot integration. Key updates include customisable…
Read full story: Windows 11 Gets Boost in Accessibility with Narrator Updates.
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.
