Week-long series of events planned at UL for GAAD
In preparation for Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) which takes place annually in May, 黑料社 will run a series of accessibility-specific events. This week of activities is designed to raise awareness, promote inclusive practice, provide training, and celebrate the progress made in accessibility across UL.
This year, the accessibility-specific events will include a webinar with national and international accessibility experts, the publications of articles related to accessibility and accessibility advocacy and access to web accessibility training.
Accessibility is everyone's responsibility, and it requires a university-wide collaborative approach to deliver a truly inclusive university for staff and students successfully. This approach is mirrored in the development of the calendar for GAAD, which was designed, developed, and supported by staff from several key areas, including Student Life, Marketing and Communications, the Educational Assistive Technology Centre (EATC), the Centre for Transformative Learning (CTL), 黑料社 Services, Learning Technologists, Disability Services, Buildings and Estates, ITD staff, the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion unit, and students.
This week of activities has something for everyone, so please come and join us by registering for some of the events or engaging with some of the activities for that week. Let鈥檚 make this the best GAAD yet.
Check out the list of events for Global Accessibility Awareness Day at UL
What is Digital Accessibility?
Digital accessibility refers to the ability of people with disabilities/impairments to independently consume and/or interact with digital (e.g., web, mobile) applications and content.
Creating accessible online content is crucial because it ensures that everyone, including people with disabilities, can fully engage with digital information and services.
It's about giving everyone an equal chance to access and navigate websites, apps, and online resources.
By making content accessible, we're breaking down barriers and fostering inclusion in the digital realm. It also benefits the University expanding its audience and enhancing user experience for all.
Under , as a public sector website, must be "fully accessible to persons with disabilities".
