A study by McKinsey & Company found that companies in the top quartile for ethnic and racial diversity are 35% more likely to have financialRead more about Did You Know… #054
“Every time speakers decline or forgo the microphone — or whenever they find themselves guilty of any of the other sins of professional speaking —Read more about Food For Thought #054
“Transcripts help audience members who are deaf or hard of hearing to better access your multimedia content. Are you providing users with transcripts for audioRead more about Inclusive Web Tip #053
“Do I systematically avoid relying on imagery alone to create an atmosphere, unless the visual asset used is purely decorative in nature?”Read more about IPS Self-Assessment #053
Dive into the spirit of Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) and discover how it can transform your events and presentations. Learn practical, impactful tips to…Read more about Championing inclusion: celebrating #GAAD in the event industry
“Educate yourself on disabilities and etiquette, to ensure that your material and the delivery of your material are not offensive to some of your audienceRead more about Inclusive Speaking Tip #053
This post presents an insightful dialogue with ChatGPT, discussing disability inclusion and digital accessibility. It explores seven key aspects of the topic, providing valuable perspectives…Read more about AI’s take on inclusion: a conversation with ChatGPT on digital accessibility
Businesses that prioritize inclusivity and diversity in their communication tend to have a greater positive impact on their communities and society as a whole. Don’tRead more about Did You Know… #053
“How many of the great diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in organizations also protect age and disability? Can we truly talk about DE&I, if ourRead more about Food For Thought #053
Toby Wong is a global consumer marketer and sports executive with over 25 years of experience. Toby is deaf and has bilateral cochlear implants. As…Read more about Interview with Toby Wong
“Shorter page titles are easier to parse for everyone, including those who use screen readers. Are you keeping page titles to roughly 60 to 70Read more about Inclusive Web Tip #052
Disability inclusion is an important, yet largely overlooked aspect of meeting planning that is not getting nearly enough attention, and this is costing event planners…Read more about Making your event truly accessible to all: a guide to disability inclusion – part 2
“Do I systematically offer a digital copy of my materials in PPT or PDF, so audience members can consume them while leveraging their own accessibilityRead more about IPS Self-Assessment #052
“Speak clearly, at a normal pace, and include pauses after presenting complex points or visual elements to allow audience members to process information.”Read more about Inclusive Speaking Tip #052
Organizations that consider the diverse needs and perspectives of employees, customers, and other stakeholders who have disabilities can make more informed and well-rounded decisions. HowRead more about Did You Know… #052
“Inclusive speaking and accessible communication principles may be very simple, but they involve a lot of moving parts, which is what makes these topics soRead more about Food For Thought #052
Caroline was a kindergarten teacher until she developed a severe episode of transverse myelitis three years ago, which left her with significant and debilitating neurological…Read more about Interview with Caroline Di Cesare
“A predictable and logical interface makes it easier for people with disabilities to find and use the content they need. How easily can your audienceRead more about Inclusive Web Tip #051
“Do I systematically consider offering a digital copy of my materials in PPT or PDF, so audience members can more efficiently follow along on theirRead more about IPS Self-Assessment #051
Disability inclusion is an important, yet largely overlooked aspect of meeting planning that is not getting nearly enough attention, and this is costing event planners…Read more about Making your event truly accessible to all: a guide to disability inclusion – part 1