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Welcome to a nerdy webinar on EN301549 requirements that go beyond WCAG! 26 November 15-16 CET. Public sector bodies in scope of the Web Accessibility Directive must meet the minimum accessibility requirements of EN301549 Annex A. 30+ of these requirements go beyond WCAG, and are deemed difficult to interpret, as there is no “how to meet”, or “understanding” documentation. This is why IAAP EU together with leading experts and monitoring agencies, has initiated a series of workshops where we work together and discuss how to adopt, interpret, test and align these requirements across sectors and member states. During this webinar, you will learn about the results so far, and how you can contribute! Listen to Wilco Fiers Malin Hammarberg Peter Kemeny Susanna Laurin What is the problem we are trying to solve? Lack of prescriptive testing procedures leave room for flexibility and innovation, but also requires public sector bodies and monitoring agencies to have both knowledge and experience of testing requirements that may be “new” to them. Automatic testing tools are far from covering these requirements and accessibility experts are still discussing the details. When member states decide on their own interpretation, the market becomes fragmented, which is bad for all stakeholders. Developers, designers and content producers – as well as monitoring/surveillance authorities – need a common understanding of the requirements and how to test them. With the European Accessibility Act, the list of requirements will be even longer, so there is no time to lose. Free registration: https://lnkd.in/dE_X3ZeA

The latest WCAG2ICT (Guidance on Applying WCAG 2 to Non-Web Information and Communications Technologies) has just been released! You can check it out in https://lnkd.in/dYH62pPt For those who may not know, WCAG2ICT bridges the gap by explaining how to apply WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines), the standard for web content, to non-web documents and software. This new version already integrates the latest version of WCAG (version 2.2), while introducing terms like virtual keyboard, menu-driven interface, closed functionality, and platform software. Overview of WCAG2ICT in: https://lnkd.in/dGUUpPwN #WCAG2ICT #WCAG W3C W3C Web Accessibility Initiative (WAI)

📢 Are Your PDFs Truly Accessible? It’s Time to Take Action! PDFs are everywhere—but making them accessible shouldn’t feel impossible. Traditional manual tagging is time-consuming, expensive, and outdated. And with accessibility regulations growing stricter, relying solely on manual processes is no longer practical. 🚀 There’s a Smarter Way Forward Automating PDF-to-HTML conversion is a game-changer. HTML is inherently accessible, faster to implement, and screen-reader-friendly, creating a seamless experience for users with disabilities. No more waiting weeks for manual fixes—automated solutions save time, cut costs, and improve compliance. 💡 Why It Matters Industries like education, government, and finance handle massive document flows every day. Automated accessibility ensures your content meets compliance requirements while delivering a better user experience for everyone. Accessibility isn’t just about regulations—it’s about building inclusivity into everything you do. 👉 Take the First Step Toward Inclusive Content Don’t let outdated practices slow you down. Start automating your PDF accessibility today and create content that works for everyone. 📌 Let’s Make Accessibility Easy Together. #AccessibilityMatters #InclusiveDesign #PDFAccessibility #DigitalInclusion #AutomateForGood

#WCAG WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) are the technical standards developed by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) to ensure accessible web content. These guidelines form the foundation for accessibility regulations worldwide, including in the US, Canada, the UK, EU, Australia, and Japan. Adhering to WCAG is crucial for creating inclusive digital experiences and meeting legal compliance. #WebAccessibility #DigitalInclusion #TechForGood #InclusiveDesign #Compliance #WebDevelopment #UserExperience #AccessibilityMatters

Understanding Accessibility #Testing with Axe! Accessibility testing is a resource that promotes inclusivity and creates a better user experience for everyone in a digital product. By focusing on accessibility, companies meet legal requirements and create a more inclusive digital environment where everyone can participate equally. 👉 In this article, we'll teach you how to use Axe to identify violations of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) on web pages. 🔗 Click here: https://jala.ws/4cQKFeB #jalasoft

Digital accessibility has become a priority for many organizations. This could be due to ADA Title II and III, Section 508, or because they are looking to provide the best user experience to their users and differentiate themselves from competitors. OpenArc has been building WCAG compliant applications for years, and we can help you do it too: from helping you understand if you need to be compliant, to defining a plan to get there, to helping you execute that plan. Check out our website for a free tool to determine if you need to be compliant. Reach out to us if you have questions about accessibility. https://lnkd.in/gKCcbfjZ

The latest WCAG2ICT is out today! https://lnkd.in/eRjxZF6D This new version incorporates WCAG 2.1 and 2.2, and adds a few new terms (closed functionality, menu-driven interface, platform software and virtual keyboard). WCAG2ICT explains how to use WCAG, a standard for web content, for things that aren't web content, like software. More on WCAG2ICT: https://lnkd.in/efAcsxpx (Note: WCAG itself is normative, WCAG2ICT is not; more info on that distinction https://lnkd.in/eXY4Kc_a)

Accessibility Tips Do this to make the web Accessible for people with cognitive impairments: I. Delivering content in more than one way, such as by text-to-speech or by video. II. Easily understood content, such as text written using plain-language standards. III. Focusing attention on important content. IV. Minimizing distractions, such as unnecessary content or advertisements. V. Consistent webpage layout and navigation. VI. Familiar elements, such as underlined links blue when not visited and purple when visited. VII. Dividing processes into logical, essential steps with progress indicators. VIII. Website authentication as easy as possible without compromising security. IX. Making forms easy to complete, such as with clear error messages and simple error recovery.

Explore the vital importance of accessibility testing, particularly in light of the EU's ambitious 2025 legislation. What will you learn? How to think more accessibly: Having a broad mindset and spotting potential barriers to access. How to test more accessibly: How to use existing tools and understanding the results whether thats by using the keyboard, browser extensions, automated testing, and using assistive technology. How to help our colleagues make more accessible Web Content: by using the social model of accessibility, annotating and checking designs, and following the WCAG guideline. Expert: Laveena Ramchandani More about this tutorial here: https://lnkd.in/dfC4WvSt

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