Section 508 Is Only the Start of Accessibility
Section 508 requires that all government communications and information are accessible to people with disabilities. But what happens outside official communications is also crucial for accessibility.
Posts Tagged: accessibility
Wasting Your Greatest Resource? Get the GOAT in the Game!
The greatest performer in your agency may be someone you don’t call on much anymore, someone who’s older or has survived multiple layoffs and in-force reductions. But overlooking those employees is a mistake.
Equal Accessibility: The New White House Memorandum Impacting All Federal IT Systems
Ensuring accessibility should be a priority for every stakeholder involved in government technology development, operation and maintenance. A new federal memorandum highlights what’s required — so the American Dream is attainable for everyone, regardless of their physical ability.
“I Don’t Need a Mic” (Hint: Yes, You Do)
Public speakers may be tempted to forego using microphones, but they shouldn’t: Millions of people need that audio assist. Without it, a speaker’s message may be lost.
NJ Makes Applying for Unemployment Benefits Easier
In New Jersey, officials are finding ways to make the unemployment benefits system clearer, more seamless and more compassionate. It’s the result of thoughtful, agile, evidence-based modernization.
The Case for Accessible Communications Technology
Collaborative technology has erased physical barriers that once made it difficult to meet face-to-face and work on documents simultaneously. But disabled employees and other workers often need special accommodations — closed captioning, for instance — that allows them to access modern communications technology.
Navigating Accessibility Responsibilities: A Role-Based Approach
Digital accessibility is complex. Having a clear sense of the responsibilities of each of the multiple roles involved can keep important aspects from falling through the cracks.
Habit #2: Foster Collaboration
Of all the ways to improve the productivity of your agency, collaboration is one of the most important. Here’s a look at how it works.
In San Francisco, Accessibility Means Better Engagement for Everyone
Accessibility doesn’t just improve engagement for constituents with identified disabilities. It also helps make resources more available to everyone.
Seniors, Accessibility and CMS
Older Americans often have sight, hearing, mobility and cognition disabilities that make internet use difficult. The Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is making its web presence more senior citizen-accessible.