Many individuals with disabilities experience exclusion due to misconceptions and stereotypes. Incorporating positive and accurate representations of disability into your speeches can challenge these harmfulRead more about Did You Know… #058
“The more you acknowledge the diversity of needs and expectations of your audience members, the more you’ll discover that you have an incredible amount ofRead more about Food For Thought #058
“Visually highlighting components when they receive focus helps keyboard only users navigate. Are you making sure active elements are highlighted when they receive keyboard focus?”Read more about Inclusive Web Tip #057
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“Do I systematically avoid making any kind of assumptions about what it is that my audience members can actually see or perceive?”Read more about IPS Self-Assessment #057
“Make sure that the statistics, demographic data or trends presented to your audience members are diverse-conscious, when possible and appropriate.”Read more about Inclusive Speaking Tip #057
The use of assistive technologies can significantly enhance communication accessibility. Services such as real-time speech-to-text can make your speech accessible to individuals with hearing disabilities.Read more about Did You Know… #057
“Do yourself and everyone else a favour, and don’t wait! Break down barriers in your events, so that every attendee gets their chance to fullyRead more about Food For Thought #057
“Identifying language changes in content helps screen reader users better understand passages in other languages. Are you making sure assistive technologies can determine such changes?”Read more about Inclusive Web Tip #056
Today’s post makes the case for extending beyond catering to ‘typical’ users and emphasizes the role of empathy, understanding, and respect in cultivating a truly…Read more about Addressing the needs of everyone with bigger-picture thinking
“Do I systematically make sure audience members are first provided with appropriate context, before I show a video with information happening solely on the visualRead more about IPS Self-Assessment #056
“Keep the use of slide transitions to an absolute minimum, as some audience members can easily find them distracting, disturbing, and may even become illRead more about Inclusive Speaking Tip #056
Ensuring communication accessibility is crucial. This extends beyond just the words you use and includes the tone, pace, and non-verbal cues of your speech. ConsiderRead more about Did You Know… #056
“When the needs of all attendees are considered, including those who live with disabilities, you create a more inclusive atmosphere that ensures everyone gets toRead more about Food For Thought #056
“Research shows that sentences averaging 15 to 20 words or less are typically easier to process. Are you breaking down longer sentences into smaller onesRead more about Inclusive Web Tip #055
This post reflects on the evolution of disability inclusion, stressing the importance of the ongoing journey towards full digital accessibility. Highlighting National AccessAbility Week in…Read more about National AccessAbility Week as a celebration of inclusion
“Do I systematically read all relevant text aloud when providing guidelines or instructions in preparation for an activity that will require the audience members’ participation?”Read more about IPS Self-Assessment #055
“Go beyond colours to also employ patterns, shapes, text, positioning, hierarchy, and animation to create dynamic content that will work better for all of yourRead more about Inclusive Speaking Tip #055