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RTÉ releases the first kids TV show with Lámh Signs

Posted on 17 January 2023 (1 February 2024) by Diana Penamora
Vintage yellow television on a wooden table

Lámh is a manual sign language system used by people with intellectual disabilities and/or communication challenges. Recently, Lámh was used and promoted in a new children’s TV show, Dizzy Deliveries, which airs on RTÉ Junior.

Posted in CommunityTagged diversity, innovation, Accessibility

Digital accessibility will democratise technology in 2023

Posted on 13 January 2023 (1 February 2024) by Diana Penamora
Person using a refreshable braille display attached to a computer

In theory, the internet has become democratised, with digital products and services available globally to all. In practice, we know well that this is not the case. The perception of technology as a great enabler comes with a caveat: for many, the internet and all its assets are not accessible.

Posted in Technology - Digital, Advice for Business, CommunityTagged Accessibility

Creating Accessible PDFs

Posted on 12 January 2023 (1 February 2024) by Diana Penamora
Stack of folders containing files

PDFs are considered universal documents: regardless of what software or device someone is using, they will be able to open a PDF file. But this doesn’t mean they will be able to read the PDF if the necessary accessibility features are missing.

Posted in Technology - Digital, Advice for Business, WCAG specificationTagged WCAG, Accessibility

2.1.1 and 2.1.2: Keyboard and No Keyboard Trap

Posted on 29 December 2022 (1 February 2024) by Diana Penamora
Letter, number and keyboard keys on a white background

2.1.1 Keyboard and 2.1.2 No Keyboard Trap are level A success criteria in the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG). They are related to the use of keyboards on websites.

Posted in Technology - Digital, Advice for Business, WCAG specificationTagged Accessibility, WCAG

Removing digital barriers and increasing your consumer base

Posted on 15 December 2022 (1 February 2024) by Diana Penamora
Hand wearing a virtual keyboard device

Markets that currently have inaccessible websites and applications have potential for 22% growth. In this week’s blog, you can find out why having equal access to your digital assets would benefit your organisation.

Posted in Technology - Digital, Advice for Business, CommunityTagged advice, Accessibility

Focus – Reading & Tabbing Order

Posted on 25 November 2022 (1 February 2024) by admin
Keys on a keyboard

When we talk about focus, we are referring to the currently selected element in a graphical user interface, known as a GUI. Correct focus and reading order is an important aspect of having a digitally accessible website or app.

Posted in WCAG specificationTagged WCAG, Accessibility

A History of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines

Posted on 10 November 2022 (1 February 2024) by Diana Penamora

This year marks the 21st anniversary of WCAG, which have evolved into the gold standard for organisations across the world that want to ensure their websites, apps and digital content are fully accessible to all users. Let’s go on a journey through the history of WCAG.

Posted in WCAG specificationTagged WCAG, Accessibility1 Comment
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