What is the Websites and Software Applications Accessibility Act?
Have you heard of the Websites and Software Applications Accessibility Act yet? The bill was just introduced in the US Congress in September of 2022. It is a critical bill that could ensure websites and apps are accessible to all audiences. The purpose of the bill is “to establish uniform accessibility standards for websites and …
What Impact Does National Disability Employment Awareness Month Leave?
In case you haven’t heard yet, October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). According to the U.S. Department of Labor, “NDEAM celebrates the contributions of America’s workers with disabilities past and present, and showcases supportive, inclusive employment policies and practices.” But why is this so important? People with disabilities are more likely to be …
Is It Worth It To Hire A Web Accessibility Specialist?
As mentioned in our previous article, web accessibility lawsuits are increasing exponentially, but you can prevent a case by hiring a web accessibility specialist. A web accessibility specialist ensures that a website is accessible to everyone with a disability and complies with the ADA. They evaluate the website’s content and determine what changes need to …
The Most Common Web Accessibility Mistakes People Are Sued For
According to the Wall Street Journal, web accessibility lawsuits rose 64% last year and are continuing to rise over time. Most web accessibility lawsuits are caused by simple mistakes that businesses make when creating their websites. Here are the most common web accessibility mistakes you can look out for when you’re creating your website. Missing …
Top 5 Apps for Healthcare Professionals with Disabilities
Individuals with disabilities face many barriers when entering the workforce and thereare additional challenges for those who want to go into healthcare. According to a studypublished in 2012, “since 2001, only 0.56 percent of matriculating and 0.42 percent ofgraduating medical students have physical or sensory disabilities.” If you’re a healthcareprofessional with a disability, these are …
Tools for a More Inclusive Classroom
According to research, disabled children are three times more likely to be bullied and six times more likely to experience violence than their classmates. If you’re an educator, you have the power to change this. By making your classroom more inclusive, you can help prevent disabled children from being bullied and feeling left out. Here …
Top 5 Technologies for Artists with Disabilities
Art is for everyone, and if you follow Able IT Pros on social media, you know that we are passionate about accessibility and leveraging the strengths of all people with varying abilities. Sometimes it can be hard for artists with disabilities to find art programs and technologies that are easy to use to create their …
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