“Web page titles are often only partially displayed in the browser tabs, and most people skim-read them. Are your page titles crafted so the mostRead more about Inclusive Web Tip #005
In order to empower everyone in our audience, we have to recognize that people learn and process information in different ways. Findings from the 1950s…Read more about The flaw of averages
“Do I systematically choose simple, monospaced or evenly-spaced sans serif fonts to facilitate reading?”Read more about IPS Self-Assessment #005
“Make sure to always provide synchronized captions and transcript files every time pre-recorded video and audio files are used as part of your content andRead more about Inclusive Speaking Tip #005
The cost of a relatively simple accessibility-related lawsuit that gets settled quickly in the United States still averages around $350,000 USD or more… which isRead more about Did You Know… #005
“Discarding some audience members’ experiences as edge cases implicitly defines the boundaries of who in your audience you actually care about.”Read more about Food For Thought #005
Kristina England is a Senior Digital Experience and Accessibility Specialist, working for the University of Massachusetts in the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) Team.…Read more about Interview with Kristina England
“Words matter and audience members don’t tend to read all that much either. Does your website’s design make it hard for people to even understandRead more about Inclusive Web Tip #004
In Western cultures, we tend to associate eye contact with being given attention and respect. In other parts of the world, however, eye contact means…Read more about Different strokes for different folks
“Do I systematically left-align my content to optimize its overall degree of readability on the screen or the page?”Read more about IPS Self-Assessment #004
“Ensure that any blinking, flashing and other strobing effects never occur more than 2-3 times per second to avoid risks of photo-epileptic seizures for yourRead more about Inclusive Speaking Tip #004
In 2021, many companies have received multiple ADA-based lawsuits. Often, the first lawsuit is for the website and the second for a mobile app. AdditionalRead more about Did You Know… #004
“A one-size-fits-all delivery of your message will always end up denying part of your audience with fair and equal opportunities to truly learn, share, grow,Read more about Food For Thought #004
Alicia is a Diversity, Equity & Inclusion researcher and strategist. She is a creative force for change and a thought leader, offering a positive perspective…Read more about Interview with Alicia Jarvis, CPACC, CSM
“Videos can be difficult to consume for people with hearing and visual disabilities. Are you best supporting your audience with synchronized captions, transcripts and audioRead more about Inclusive Web Tip #003
Over the years, I’ve found myself analyzing how other speakers deliver their content, and I regularly find myself pointing out mistakes they make with regard…Read more about Acknowledging my dark passenger
“Do I systematically stay away from large blocks, columns, or lines of text that run excessively long on the screen?”Read more about IPS Self-Assessment #003
“Instead of just pointing or referring to the visual assets presented on your slides, describe them verbally when the information they convey supports your content.”Read more about Inclusive Speaking Tip #003