It’s currently Seachtain na Gaeilge, the annual festival celebrating Irish language and culture, and we’re taking the opportunity to answer a simple but important question: can screen readers speak Irish?
Can screen readers speak Irish?
Category: People & Social Impact
Why Digital Accessibility Law is Good
Today, I read an article from a gentleman named Jordan McGillis, and I have some thoughts. Let’s chat about disability legislation, shall we?
Do Big Tech companies care about accessibility?
1 in 7 people worldwide live with a disability and may need accessibility features like live captions, transcripts, switch controls, voice controls, and screen readers. Let’s take a look at how Big Tech companies come up with solutions to make their products accessible to those with disabilities.
The Challenges of Using AI in Education
The classroom is no exception to the rise of AI usage, but while AI can be a stepping stone to learn something in greater depth, the growing reliance on it has raised concerns about cheating and academic integrity.
Disability Statistics in the 2022 Census: What Do They Tell Us?
In September 2023, Profile 4 (Disability, Health, and Carers) of Ireland’s 2022 census results was published. The census findings are a valuable snapshot of Ireland’s disability population and their participation in society.
The Writers’ Strike and its impact on accessibility
The Writers Guild of America have been on strike since May 2023 due to labour conditions failing to keep up with changes in the media landscape. This has affected the shows and movies released since, with many having poor quality or delayed accessibility features.
Celebrating Disability Pride Month 2023
Disability Pride Month is held every July to commemorate the passing of the Americans with Disabilities Act, break down social stigma around disability, and celebrate the contributions the disability community has made to society.
