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Shifting Further Left: Integrating Accessibility into the Earliest Stages of Development Presented by TPGi
Tuesday, September 17, 2024 11:00 AM EST
Tags: Accessibility, Virtual, Free
When it comes to accessibility and inclusive design, “shifting left” means incorporating accessibility considerations early in the development process rather than addressing them later. This approach ensures that accessibility is integrated from the very beginning of a project, rather than being treated as an afterthought. While the responsibility for accessibility often begins with developers and QA testers and extends to designers and UI/UX specialists, we can take it a step further by engaging Product Owners, Product Managers, and Business Analysts. By doing so, we can embed accessibility considerations into the planning and conceptual stages of the software development lifecycle. Join us for this session, where we will explore practical strategies for integrating accessibility into the very inception of your product.
Unlocking the Impact of WCAG 2.2 on Electronic Documents Presented by Allyant
Thursday, September 19, 2024 1:00 PM EST
Tags: Accessibility, Virtual, Free
In the evolving web accessibility landscape, WCAG 2.2 introduces significant updates that build on the foundation of WCAG 2.1. This version focuses on improving accessibility for individuals with cognitive or learning disabilities, low vision, and mobile devices. Importantly, WCAG 2.2 also introduces new criteria that directly impact the accessibility of electronic documents, shaping how digital content is created and made accessible. This webinar will explore these new guidelines, emphasizing the critical differences from WCAG 2.1 and their implications for electronic documents. Attendees will delve into the intricacies of WCAG 2.2's Success Criteria, explicitly focusing on their application to electronic documents.
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Celebramos Inclusion: Highlighting Intersectional Identities for Hispanic Heritage Month Presented by Disability:In
Wednesday, September 25, 2024 12:00 PM EST
Tags: Disability Advocacy, DEI, Virtual, Free
An estimated 2.4 million Hispanic Americans are of working age (ages 16-64) according to the U.S. Department of Labor. As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, it’s important that we not only highlight the richness of Hispanic culture as a whole but also illuminate the intersectional experiences of Hispanic and Latine individuals living with disabilities. This webinar will honor Hispanic Heritage Month by creating a moment to elevate and amplify the diverse and powerful stories of Hispanic and Latine professionals with disabilities.
How to make Word documents accessible Presented by AbilityNet
Wednesday, September 25, 2024 8:00 AM EST
Tags: Accessibility, Virtual, Free
A brief introduction to the accessibility features in Office 365, focusing on how to produce accessible documents using Word. Microsoft has embedded a wide range of accessibility-related features in Word. AbilityNet Senior Accessibility & Usability Consultant, James Baverstock, will demonstrate how anyone using Word can now produce accessible documents of all types. Many of the features will be relevant to other Office tools.
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Shifting Accessibility from Project to Progress Presented by TPGi
Wednesday, September 25, 2024 12:00 PM EST
Tags: Accessibility, Virtual, Free
Transform your approach to accessibility with actionable insights that turn a one-time project into a lasting, organization-wide commitment. Join us on September 25, for expert tips on how to transform accessibility from a one-time project into an ongoing, sustainable effort. Drawing on expert insights from industry leader Mark Miller, this webinar will explore the key stages of maturing your accessibility program, the importance of securing executive buy-in, and practical strategies for ensuring long-term success. Register to learn how to embed accessibility into your organization’s culture, leverage data to track progress, and move beyond compliance to create lasting impact.
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I’m Coming Out: Disability at the Intersection of the LGBTQIA+ Community Presented by Disability:In
Wednesday, October 9, 2024 12:00 PM EST
Tags: Disability Advocacy, DEI, Virtual, Free
Coming Out Day is observed each Oct. 11 across the LGBTQIA+ community to offer support for individuals who are “coming out of the closet” to reveal their gender identity and/or sexual orientation to family, friends and colleagues. The experience of “coming out” for people with non-apparent disabilities is often described as having some of the same psychological and social aspects. This webinar will examine the similarities in the “coming out” experience as shared by LGBTQIA+ individuals with disabilities while also exploring other aspects at the intersection of the disability and LGBTQIA+ communities.
How To Build an Open Enrollment Strategy for 2025 and Beyond Presented by HR Dive
Wednesday, October 9, 2024 2:00 PM EST
Tags: DEI, Virtual, Free
Sign up for this free event to learn about: How to work across the organization to develop competitive benefits packages that appeal to core market segments, h ow leading organizations plan to approach open enrollment this year, and what lessons they expect to take with them in 2025, what can be done to better educate employees about their benefits, and which data points employers should take note of during and after open enrollment season to better understand employee needs and benefits uptake.
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Empowering Seniors: 5 Essential Tips for Online Safety and Support Presented by AbilityNet
Thursday, October 17, 2024 8:00am EST
Tags: Accessibility, Virtual, Free
Join our free webinar with our expert Digital Skills trainer Lucy Walsh, who will share 5 key apps, tools and online sites that older people tell us make their lives easier as part of embracing the digital age.
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Disability Employment – Advancement Matters: Creating Career Paths for Colleagues with Disabilities Presented by Disability:In
Wednesday, October 23, 2024 12:00 PM EST
Tags: Disability Advocacy, Virtual, Free
The crux of disability employment initiatives has long been focused on “getting people jobs”, while the future of disability employment must emphasize “people building careers”. Just 5% of the 485 companies that completed the 2023 Disability Equality Index indicated that they have advancement and retention programming solely focused on their employees with disabilities. This webinar will spotlight the need for a greater emphasis on talent development programming that is culturally contextualized to support professionals with disabilities while also highlighting best practices from across industry sectors.
Disability Indigenous: The Inclusion of Disability at the Intersection of Indigenous Identity Presented by Disability:In
Wednesday, November 6, 2024 12:00 PM EST
Tags: Disability Advocacy, DEI, Virtual, Free
While disability intersects with every racial and ethnic group, certain populations are impacted by disability in ways and at rates that differ from others. The Native American and Indigenous population is reported to be 50% more likely to have a disability than the national average, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. This webinar will celebrate the contributions and stories of Native Americans with disabilities for Native American Heritage Month while also unpacking the unique factors that lead to higher rates of disability among indigenous populations.
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