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Virtual meet-up featuring speakers and conversations around digital accessibility.

Tech as Cognitive Accessibility: Designing Systems for ADHD Brains Eleanor Beilby (She/Her) ADHD involves executive dysfunction, time blindness, and working memory barriers that standard technology often overlooks. Cognitive accessibility, unlike sensory or motor access, is still largely treated as a productivity problem rather than an access problem. This session reframes digital tools as cognitive accessibility aids, presenting inclusive design patterns, no-code workflows, and real examples of technology that support ADHD cognition instead of overwhelming it.
The Myth of the Difficult User Angela Fowler (she / her) Users are often labeled as “difficult” when they struggle with a product or process. In reality, those users are early warning signals, exposing accessibility and usability issues before they impact a broader audience. This session re-frames “difficult users” as critical inputs into better design and more effective systems.
The Myth of the Difficult User Angela Fowler (she / her) Users are often labeled as “difficult” when they struggle with a product or process. In reality, those users are early warning signals, exposing accessibility and usability issues before they impact a broader audience. This session re-frames “difficult users” as critical inputs into better design and more effective systems.
The Myth of the Difficult User Angela Fowler (she / her) Users are often labeled as “difficult” when they struggle with a product or process. In reality, those users are early warning signals, exposing accessibility and usability issues before they impact a broader audience. This session re-frames “difficult users” as critical inputs into better design and more effective systems.
The Myth of the Difficult User Angela Fowler (she / her) Users are often labeled as “difficult” when they struggle with a product or process. In reality, those users are early warning signals, exposing accessibility and usability issues before they impact a broader audience. This session re-frames “difficult users” as critical inputs into better design and more effective systems.
Accessibility Talks: “Solving for the Edges” with Gerard K. Cohen (he/him) at May 27, 12pm ET Solving for the Edges challenges conventional thinking by exploring what happens when we move beyond the middle and include those often left out of research and decision-making. Through real-world examples, this session shows how edge-case solutions become everyday innovations. Open to all, it’s an invitation to think bigger, challenge assumptions, and discover that the most impactful outcomes are found beyond the average.
Accessibility Talks: “Solving for the Edges” with Gerard K. Cohen (he/him) at May 27, 12pm ET Solving for the Edges challenges conventional thinking by exploring what happens when we move beyond the middle and include those often left out of research and decision-making. Through real-world examples, this session shows how edge-case solutions become everyday innovations. Open to all, it’s an invitation to think bigger, challenge assumptions, and discover that the most impactful outcomes are found beyond the average.
Accessibility Talks: “Solving for the Edges” with Gerard K. Cohen (he/him) at May 27, 12pm ET Solving for the Edges challenges conventional thinking by exploring what happens when we move beyond the middle and include those often left out of research and decision-making. Through real-world examples, this session shows how edge-case solutions become everyday innovations. Open to all, it’s an invitation to think bigger, challenge assumptions, and discover that the most impactful outcomes are found beyond the average.
Accessibility Talks: “Solving for the Edges” with Gerard K. Cohen (he/him) at May 27, 12pm ET Solving for the Edges challenges conventional thinking by exploring what happens when we move beyond the middle and include those often left out of research and decision-making. Through real-world examples, this session shows how edge-case solutions become everyday innovations. Open to all, it’s an invitation to think bigger, challenge assumptions, and discover that the most impactful outcomes are found beyond the average.
Accessibility Talks: “Solving for the Edges” with Gerard K. Cohen (he/him) at May 27, 12pm ET Solving for the Edges challenges conventional thinking by exploring what happens when we move beyond the middle and include those often left out of research and decision-making. Through real-world examples, this session shows how edge-case solutions become everyday innovations. Open to all, it’s an invitation to think bigger, challenge assumptions, and discover that the most impactful outcomes are found beyond the average.
Accessibility Talks: “Accessibility: The Never-Ending Story” with AmyJuneHineline April 29 at 12p ET. Accessibility isn’t a task you finish. We audit, fix, and launch but the work can quietly slip as content changes, teams evolve, and standards advance.
 This session explores accessibility as a living practice across the lifecycle of open source projects, including insights from WCAG 2.2, WCAG 3, and the European Accessibility Act. Learn how to keep accessibility from fading after launch and build workflows that sustain progress.
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Accessibility Talks: “Accessibility: The Never-Ending Story” with AmyJuneHineline April 29 at 12p ET. Accessibility isn’t a task you finish. We audit, fix, and launch but the work can quietly slip as content changes, teams evolve, and standards advance.
 This session explores accessibility as a living practice across the lifecycle of open source projects, including insights from WCAG 2.2, WCAG 3, and the European Accessibility Act. Learn how to keep accessibility from fading after launch and build workflows that sustain progress.
Accessibility Talks: “Accessibility: The Never-Ending Story” with AmyJuneHineline April 29 at 12p ET. Accessibility isn’t a task you finish. We audit, fix, and launch but the work can quietly slip as content changes, teams evolve, and standards advance.
 This session explores accessibility as a living practice across the lifecycle of open source projects, including insights from WCAG 2.2, WCAG 3, and the European Accessibility Act. Learn how to keep accessibility from fading after launch and build workflows that sustain progress.
Accessibility Talks: “Accessibility: The Never-Ending Story” with AmyJuneHineline April 29 at 12p ET. Accessibility isn’t a task you finish. We audit, fix, and launch but the work can quietly slip as content changes, teams evolve, and standards advance.
 This session explores accessibility as a living practice across the lifecycle of open source projects, including insights from WCAG 2.2, WCAG 3, and the European Accessibility Act. Learn how to keep accessibility from fading after launch and build workflows that sustain progress.
Accessibility Talks: “Dreaming of Accessible Development: Annotated Wishes for Designers & Devs” with Hector Osborne Rodriguez March 25 at 12p ET. This talk explores actionable strategies and best practices for achieving accessible development by outlining key wishes and effective annotation techniques for designers and developers to enhance collaboration and inclusivity in digital product creation.
Accessibility Talks: “Dreaming of Accessible Development: Annotated Wishes for Designers & Devs” with Hector Osborne Rodriguez March 25 at 12p ET. This talk explores actionable strategies and best practices for achieving accessible development by outlining key wishes and effective annotation techniques for designers and developers to enhance collaboration and inclusivity in digital product creation.
Accessibility Talks: “Dreaming of Accessible Development: Annotated Wishes for Designers & Devs” with Hector Osborne Rodriguez March 25 at 12p ET. This talk explores actionable strategies and best practices for achieving accessible development by outlining key wishes and effective annotation techniques for designers and developers to enhance collaboration and inclusivity in digital product creation.
Accessibility Talks: “Dreaming of Accessible Development: Annotated Wishes for Designers & Devs” with Hector Osborne Rodriguez March 25 at 12p ET. This talk explores actionable strategies and best practices for achieving accessible development by outlining key wishes and effective annotation techniques for designers and developers to enhance collaboration and inclusivity in digital product creation.
Designing Together: How Design and Development Built Accessible Multi-brand Experiences Stephanie Ganzer & Claire Ristow In this session, a front-end developer and designer share how accessibility was placed at the center of building a multi-brand design system that supports both flexibility and compliance. Using the Stop HIV lowa and Stop Human Trafficking Iowa marketing sites as primary examples. From color contrast to adaptable components that serve diverse audiences, the talk highlights how accessibility informed both design and development decisions.
Designing Together: How Design and Development Built Accessible Multi-brand Experiences Stephanie Ganzer & Claire Ristow In this session, a front-end developer and designer share how accessibility was placed at the center of building a multi-brand design system that supports both flexibility and compliance. Using the Stop HIV lowa and Stop Human Trafficking Iowa marketing sites as primary examples. From color contrast to adaptable components that serve diverse audiences, the talk highlights how accessibility informed both design and development decisions.
Stephanie Ganzer & Claire Ristow holding blowup saxophones Designing Together: How Design and Development Built Accessible Multi-brand Experiences In this session, a front-end developer and designer share how accessibility was placed at the center of building a multi-brand design system that supports both flexibility and compliance. Using the Stop HIV lowa and Stop Human Trafficking Iowa marketing sites as primary examples. From color contrast to adaptable components that serve diverse audiences, the talk highlights how accessibility informed both design and development decisions.
In this session, a front-end developer and designer share how accessibility was placed at the center of building a multi-brand design system that supports both flexibility and compliance. Using the Stop HIV lowa and Stop Human Trafficking Iowa marketing sites as primary examples. From color contrast to adaptable components that serve diverse audiences, the talk highlights how accessibility informed both design and development decisions.
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Accessibility Talks: “More Than Words: How Sign Language Unlocks New Worlds” with Verónica Morales Beltrán, Digital Accessibility Consultant. Transform communication into connection through the power of sign language. Learn how signing boosts memory, sharpens visual skills, and builds empathy while opening new ways to connect -from communicating in noisy spaces to bridging accessibility gaps. Explore breakthrough technology such as signing avatars, which are reshaping the way we interact, while also being aware of the risks involved. This inclusive session reveals sign language as a practical superpower for everyone. You'll leave with actionable steps to start signing and a fresh perspective on how diverse communication strengthens human bonds.
Accessibility Talks: “More Than Words: How Sign Language Unlocks New Worlds” with Verónica Morales Beltrán, Digital Accessibility Consultant. Transform communication into connection through the power of sign language. Learn how signing boosts memory, sharpens visual skills, and builds empathy while opening new ways to connect -from communicating in noisy spaces to bridging accessibility gaps. Explore breakthrough technology such as signing avatars, which are reshaping the way we interact, while also being aware of the risks involved. This inclusive session reveals sign language as a practical superpower for everyone. You'll leave with actionable steps to start signing and a fresh perspective on how diverse communication strengthens human bonds.
Accessibility Talks: “More Than Words: How Sign Language Unlocks New Worlds” with Verónica Morales Beltrán, Digital Accessibility Consultant. Transform communication into connection through the power of sign language. Learn how signing boosts memory, sharpens visual skills, and builds empathy while opening new ways to connect -from communicating in noisy spaces to bridging accessibility gaps. Explore breakthrough technology such as signing avatars, which are reshaping the way we interact, while also being aware of the risks involved. This inclusive session reveals sign language as a practical superpower for everyone. You'll leave with actionable steps to start signing and a fresh perspective on how diverse communication strengthens human bonds.
Snippet of the next A11yTalks video: Sign language is a gateway to inclusion.
Accessibility Talks: “More Than Words: How Sign Language Unlocks New Worlds” with Verónica Morales Beltrán, Digital Accessibility Consultant. Transform communication into connection through the power of sign language. Learn how signing boosts memory, sharpens visual skills, and builds empathy while opening new ways to connect -from communicating in noisy spaces to bridging accessibility gaps. Explore breakthrough technology such as signing avatars, which are reshaping the way we interact, while also being aware of the risks involved. This inclusive session reveals sign language as a practical superpower for everyone. You'll leave with actionable steps to start signing and a fresh perspective on how diverse communication strengthens human bonds.
Accessibility Talks: “More Than Words: How Sign Language Unlocks New Worlds” with Verónica Morales Beltrán, Digital Accessibility Consultant. Transform communication into connection through the power of sign language. Learn how signing boosts memory, sharpens visual skills, and builds empathy while opening new ways to connect -from communicating in noisy spaces to bridging accessibility gaps. Explore breakthrough technology such as signing avatars, which are reshaping the way we interact, while also being aware of the risks involved. This inclusive session reveals sign language as a practical superpower for everyone. You'll leave with actionable steps to start signing and a fresh perspective on how diverse communication strengthens human bonds.
Accessibility Talks: Continuous AI for Accessibility: Build Better, Faster, Inclusive Software with GitHub. With Carie Fisher and Helen Hou-Sandi Continuous AI for Accessibility embeds automated scans, Al-driven fixes, and best practices directly into development. Our open-source prototype uses GitHub Actions and Copilot to help developers tackle accessibility issues seamlessly, making inclusive design second nature from day one.
Accessibility Talks: Continuous AI for Accessibility: Build Better, Faster, Inclusive Software with GitHub. With Carie Fisher and Helen Hou-Sandi Continuous AI for Accessibility embeds automated scans, Al-driven fixes, and best practices directly into development. Our open-source prototype uses GitHub Actions and Copilot to help developers tackle accessibility issues seamlessly, making inclusive design second nature from day one.
Accessibility Talks: Continuous AI for Accessibility: Build Better, Faster, Inclusive Software with GitHub. With Carie Fisher and Helen Hou-Sandi Continuous AI for Accessibility embeds automated scans, Al-driven fixes, and best practices directly into development. Our open-source prototype uses GitHub Actions and Copilot to help developers tackle accessibility issues seamlessly, making inclusive design second nature from day one.
Accessibility Talks: Continuous AI for Accessibility: Build Better, Faster, Inclusive Software with GitHub. With Carie Fisher and Helen Hou-Sandi Continuous AI for Accessibility embeds automated scans, Al-driven fixes, and best practices directly into development. Our open-source prototype uses GitHub Actions and Copilot to help developers tackle accessibility issues seamlessly, making inclusive design second nature from day one.
Accessibility Talks: Continuous Al for Accessibility: Build Better, Faster, Inclusive Software with GitHub. With Carie Fisher and Helen Hou-Sandi Continuous Al for Accessibility embeds automated scans, Al-driven fixes, and best practices directly into development. Our open-source prototype uses GitHub Actions and Copilot to help developers tackle accessibility issues seamlessly, making inclusive design second nature from day one.
"When Accessibility Isn't Easy: Website Features That Need Extra Love" with Suzanne Dergacheva, Co-founder at Evolving Web. Not all parts of a website are equally straightforward when it comes to accessibility. Some features — especially custom interactions like maps, filters, calendars, and sliders — pose significant challenges that can slow down a project if they're not identified early. In this session, we'll explore real-world examples of features and design patterns that often require additional attention to meet accessibility standards.
Accessibility Talks: "When Accessibility Isn't Easy: Website Features That Need Extra Love" with Suzanne Dergacheva, Co-founder at Evolving Web. Not all parts of a website are equally straightforward when it comes to accessibility. Some features — especially custom interactions like maps, filters, calendars, and sliders — pose significant challenges that can slow down a project if they're not identified early. In this session, we'll explore real-world examples of features and design patterns that often require additional attention to meet accessibility standards.
Accessibility Talks: "When Accessibility Isn't Easy: Website Features That Need Extra Love" with Suzanne Dergacheva, Co-founder at Evolving Web. Not all parts of a website are equally straightforward when it comes to accessibility. Some features — especially custom interactions like maps, filters, calendars, and sliders — pose significant challenges that can slow down a project if they're not identified early. In this session, we'll explore real-world examples of features and design patterns that often require additional attention to meet accessibility standards.
Accessibility Talks: "When Accessibility Isn't Easy: Website Features That Need Extra Love" with Suzanne Dergacheva, Co-founder at Evolving Web. Not all parts of a website are equally straightforward when it comes to accessibility. Some features — especially custom interactions like maps, filters, calendars, and sliders — pose significant challenges that can slow down a project if they're not identified early. In this session, we'll explore real-world examples of features and design patterns that often require additional attention to meet accessibility standards.
Accessibility Talks: "When Accessibility Isn't Easy: Website Features That Need Extra Love" with Suzanne Dergacheva, Co-founder at Evolving Web. Not all parts of a website are equally straightforward when it comes to accessibility. Some features — especially custom interactions like maps, filters, calendars, and sliders — pose significant challenges that can slow down a project if they're not identified early. In this session, we'll explore real-world examples of features and design patterns that often require additional attention to meet accessibility standards.
Accessibility Talks: "Web vs Mobile Accessibility: Challenges, Gaps and Best Practices" with Tanveer Khan, Sr. E-Learning Technical QA & Accessibility Testing Specialist at Arbisoft. This talk explores the key differences between web and mobile accessibility, highlighting the unique challenges each platform presents. From screen reader behavior to touch interactions and responsive design, we'll examine where gaps commonly occur and share best practices to create inclusive, consistent user experiences across devices. Ideal for developers, designers and QA professionals aiming to build accessibility into both web and mobile products.
Accessibility Talks: "Web vs Mobile Accessibility: Challenges, Gaps and Best Practices" with Tanveer Khan, Sr. E-Learning Technical QA & Accessibility Testing Specialist at Arbisoft. This talk explores the key differences between web and mobile accessibility, highlighting the unique challenges each platform presents. From screen reader behavior to touch interactions and responsive design, we'll examine where gaps commonly occur and share best practices to create inclusive, consistent user experiences across devices. Ideal for developers, designers and QA professionals aiming to build accessibility into both web and mobile products.
Accessibility Talks: "Web vs Mobile Accessibility: Challenges, Gaps and Best Practices" with Tanveer Khan, Sr. E-Learning Technical QA & Accessibility Testing Specialist at Arbisoft. This talk explores the key differences between web and mobile accessibility, highlighting the unique challenges each platform presents. From screen reader behavior to touch interactions and responsive design, we'll examine where gaps commonly occur and share best practices to create inclusive, consistent user experiences across devices. Ideal for developers, designers and QA professionals aiming to build accessibility into both web and mobile products.
Accessibility Talks: "Web vs Mobile Accessibility: Challenges, Gaps and Best Practices" with Tanveer Khan, Sr. E-Learning Technical QA & Accessibility Testing Specialist at Arbisoft. This talk explores the key differences between web and mobile accessibility, highlighting the unique challenges each platform presents. From screen reader behavior to touch interactions and responsive design, we'll examine where gaps commonly occur and share best practices to create inclusive, consistent user experiences across devices. Ideal for developers, designers and QA professionals aiming to build accessibility into both web and mobile products.
Accessibility Talks: "Web vs Mobile Accessibility: Challenges, Gaps and Best Practices" with Tanveer Khan, Sr. E-Learning Technical QA & Accessibility Testing Specialist at Arbisoft. This talk explores the key differences between web and mobile accessibility, highlighting the unique challenges each platform presents. From screen reader behavior to touch interactions and responsive design, we'll examine where gaps commonly occur and share best practices to create inclusive, consistent user experiences across devices. Ideal for developers, designers and QA professionals aiming to build accessibility into both web and mobile products.
Accessibility Talks: “Found an accessibility issue? Now what?” with Sergei Kriger, Software Engineer at ProSieben. In this talk, I will share my experience in reporting accessibility issues to development teams and guide you on how to make these reports not only heard, but also understood and (possibly) implemented. We will go step-by-step through the process of creating readable reports supported by well-recorded demos.
Accessibility Talks: “Found an accessibility issue? Now what?” with Sergei Kriger, Software Engineer at ProSieben. In this talk, I will share my experience in reporting accessibility issues to development teams and guide you on how to make these reports not only heard, but also understood and (possibly) implemented. We will go step-by-step through the process of creating readable reports supported by well-recorded demos.
Accessibility Talks: “Found an accessibility issue? Now what?” with Sergei Kriger, Software Engineer at ProSieben. In this talk, I will share my experience in reporting accessibility issues to development teams and guide you on how to make these reports not only heard, but also understood and (possibly) implemented. We will go step-by-step through the process of creating readable reports supported by well-recorded demos.
Accessibility Talks: “Found an accessibility issue? Now what?” with Sergei Kriger, Software Engineer at ProSieben. In this talk, I will share my experience in reporting accessibility issues to development teams and guide you on how to make these reports not only heard, but also understood and (possibly) implemented. We will go step-by-step through the process of creating readable reports supported by well-recorded demos.
Accessibility Talks: “Found an accessibility issue? Now what?” with Sergei Kriger, Software Engineer at ProSieben. In this talk, I will share my experience in reporting accessibility issues to development teams and guide you on how to make these reports not only heard, but also understood and (possibly) implemented. We will go step-by-step through the process of creating readable reports supported by well-recorded demos.
In this talk, we’ll explore the key updates introduced in WCAG 2.2, focusing on how they enhance accessibility for users with cognitive, mobility, and visual challenges. We'll also revisit some essential guidelines from WCAG 2.0 and 2.1 that continue to play a critical role in inclusive design.
In this talk, we’ll explore the key updates introduced in WCAG 2.2, focusing on how they enhance accessibility for users with cognitive, mobility, and visual challenges. We'll also revisit some essential guidelines from WCAG 2.0 and 2.1 that continue to play a critical role in inclusive design.
In this talk, we’ll explore the key updates introduced in WCAG 2.2, focusing on how they enhance accessibility for users with cognitive, mobility, and visual challenges. We'll also revisit some essential guidelines from WCAG 2.0 and 2.1 that continue to play a critical role in inclusive design.
Accessibility Talks: “WCAG 2.2 and Beyond: Key Updates and Essential Guidelines You Need to Know” with Vaishali Taneja, Accessibility Test Engineer and UX Lead. In this talk, we’ll explore the key updates introduced in WCAG 2.2, focusing on how they enhance accessibility for users with cognitive, mobility, and visual challenges. We'll also revisit some essential guidelines from WCAG 2.0 and 2.1 that continue to play a critical role in inclusive design. Whether you're new to accessibility or looking to stay up to date, this session will provide practical insights to help you create more accessible digital experiences.
Accessibility Talks: “Organizational Scaffolding for Accessible Design and Content” with Rob Carr, Strategic Accessibility Coordinator at WebAIM. Join the discussion April 29, 2025, 12pm ET.
Accessibility Talks: “Organizational Scaffolding for Accessible Design and Content” with Rob Carr, Strategic Accessibility Coordinator at WebAIM. Join the discussion April 29, 2025, 12pm ET.