“Do I systematically introduce opportunities for physical interactions that will get the audience’s blood flowing?”Read more about IPS Self-Assessment #108
“Don’t set your videos to auto-play by default, and avoid animations, carousel sliders, and other rapid movement assets that automatically launch on the screen.”Read more about Inclusive Speaking Tip #108
Physical accessibility goes beyond just wheelchair ramps. It also includes elements like wide corridors, accessible restrooms, and step-free stages. Are you ensuring that every aspectRead more about Did You Know… #108
Episode 1038 Abstract The Accessible Canada Accessible World Conference took place last week in Montreal. Denis Boudreau recaps his biggest takeaways. From the June 4,Read more about Now with Dave Brown – Episode 1038
“Inclusive leadership starts with understanding disability as a broad spectrum, recognizing both visible and invisible conditions like ADHD, to truly empower every team member.”Read more about Food For Thought #108
Nikki Kuhn is a seasoned senior-level accessibility designer with over 15 years of experience in the field. With a strong passion for creating inclusive digital…Read more about Interview with Nikki Kuhn
“Your audience needs to be able to access the footer section of your pages easily. Are you identifying the footer on your site through theRead more about Inclusive Web Tip #107
“Do I systematically offer my audience members permission to physically move, walk around the room or even step away if they feel the need?”Read more about IPS Self-Assessment #107
“Quickly rehash sight gags even if feels awkward, so that some of your audience members don’t have to feel bad when everybody else laughs andRead more about Inclusive Speaking Tip #107
Diversity is not just about representation but also about equal participation and decision-making. Including people with disabilities in planning and decision-making processes can lead toRead more about Did You Know… #107
“People increasingly value authenticity and social responsibility and they expect businesses to take a stand on social issues. Shallow attempts at sweeping accessibility problems underRead more about Food For Thought #107
“Mouseover and other mouse-related events also need to be operable for keyboard users. Are specific mouse event handlers on your site duplicated to account forRead more about Inclusive Web Tip #106
“Do I systematically provide my audience members with ample opportunities to take breaks during workshops and extended sessions?”Read more about IPS Self-Assessment #106
“Always assume that your audience’s ability to perceive colours will fail them when it comes to differentiating between objects that are presented in close proximity.”Read more about Inclusive Speaking Tip #106
Providing multiple ways to participate in discussions or Q&A sessions can enhance accessibility. This could include using chat functions, allowing for pre-submitted questions, or facilitatingRead more about Did You Know… #106
“Excluding a significant potential portion of the population exposes your brand to serious consequences: legal and financial risks, reputational damage naturally come to mind. It’sRead more about Food For Thought #106
“For the audience to appreciate audio content, dialogs always need to properly stand out. Is foreground speech always at least four times louder than anyRead more about Inclusive Web Tip #105
“Do I systematically provide audience members with opportunities to re-energize as needed?”Read more about IPS Self-Assessment #105
“When working with text in your materials, avoid centered, right-aligned, or fully-justified blocks of text that makes processing information that much harder for some people.”Read more about Inclusive Speaking Tip #105
Subconscious biases can inadvertently impact our actions and language. By becoming aware of and challenging these biases, you can make your presentations more inclusive. HowRead more about Did You Know… #105