Events and Trainings
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Webinar: What's New in WCAG 2.2 AA
- Date: Wednesday, February 28, 2024
- Time: 10-11 a.m.
- Location: Virtual
- Cost: IAAP member: Free; Non-member: $39
From IAAP’s “What’s new in WCAG 2.2.A” Webinar web page: WCAG 2.2 builds upon WCAG 2.1 by introducing additional success criteria. In this session, our aim is to provide a glimpse of the new A and AA criteria requirements by examining the following aspects for each:
- A concise description of the new requirement.
- The beneficiaries of the new requirement.
- The underlying intent and objectives.
- Illustrative examples.
Webinar: Integration of accessibility into the product development process - when, where and how
- Date: Wednesday, March 13, 2024
- Time: 10-11 a.m.
- Location: Virtual
- Cost: IAAP member: Free; Non-member: $39
From IAAP’s “Integration of Accessibility" Webinar web page: In the rapidly changing digital landscape of today and with the increasing emphasis on accessibility, it is crucial to comprehend when, where, and how to incorporate accessibility into product development procedures.
Nevertheless, creating a program can be a challenging undertaking. This presentation will delve into the obstacles we are confronted with, as well as the various methods and tools that we have at our disposal to surmount them. We'll also look at why this is such a significant challenge.
Conference: CSUN Assistive Technology Conference
- Dates: March 18-22, 2024
- Location: Anaheim, CA; CSUNATV: Free live streaming available for general public.
From the CSUN Conference web page: The CSUN Assistive Technology Conference is the ultimate community experience and the premier forum on technology for all persons with disabilities. California State University, Northridge's Center on Disabilities sponsors the conference, providing a platform for researchers, practitioners, educators, exhibitors and more from around the world, to engage with each other and share knowledge, innovations and best practices to promote inclusion for all.
Webinar: A Review of Various Notable ADA-Related Settlement Agreements and Conciliations by Federal Enforcement Agencies
- Date: Wednesday, March 20, 2024
- Time: 1-2:30 p.m.
- Location: Virtual
From the Great Lakes ADA Center’s “Notable ADA-related Settlement Agreements” Webinar web page: This session will review key facts, issues, and resolutions of notable settlement agreements and conciliations posted publicly by the Federal agencies that enforce the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and related anti-discrimination laws. We will review notable cases to extract some of the less obvious policies or themes embedded in targeted enforcement efforts. Discussions will include exploration of possible reasons why civil rights offices target certain segments of our economy but not others. We will also isolate some key take-aways that should be duly noted by those of us who peruse these outcomes to provide technical assistance, advocate, or simply appreciate why a Federal agency ultimately takes court action against a particular business, government entity, a landlord, or even a solo legal or medical practice.
This webinar aims to point out the importance of appreciating the stated and unstated themes behind these secondary examples of compliance and enforcement. While they may not be as important as actual court decisions, these Federal enforcement efforts represent the backbone of ADA compliance across the country.
Webinar: Demystifying the Procurement Process
- Date: Tuesday, March 26, 2024
- Time: 12-1:30 p.m.
- Location: Virtual
From the Great Lakes ADA Center’s “Demystifying the Procurement Process” Webinar web page: Procurement and accessibility go together like peanut butter and jelly. Procurement is a fancy way of saying “personal shopper.” It may seem like a daunting process but with the right tools and attitude, it can be a fun experience. This webinar will provide an informative and consumable discussion on the acquisition lifecycle. In addition, there will be a particular emphasis on how accessibility fits into the lifecycle, stakeholder roles and responsibilities, and useful tools. Finally, the presenters will guide attendees through the process using a “real life scenario”, providing a foundation that can be applied to any information and communication technology (ICT) buy.
Webinar: Accessibility for Inclusion versus Compliance and the Impact on the User Experience
- Date: Tuesday, April 2, 2024
- Time: 10-11 a.m.
- Location: Virtual
- Cost: IAAP member: Free; Non-member: $39
From the IAAP’s “Inclusion vs Compliance” Webinar web page: In this webinar, we demonstrate how a website that passes WAVE with 0 errors can still have challenges when navigated by an experienced screen reader user. We discuss why it is essential to design for the user experience of a person with a disability and not just work for compliance.
Webinar: Scaling Accessibility
- Date: Wednesday, May 8, 2024
- Time: 10-11 a.m.
- Location: Virtual
- Cost: IAAP member: Free; Non-member: $39
From the IAAP’s “Scaling Accessibility” Webinar web page: This presentation explores my accessibility journey - from Imposter syndrome challenges to marketing and corporate advocacy. It introduces the 'Do 1 Thing' strategy to demystify the process for embracing accessibility, emphasising the simplicity, changing hearts and minds and identifying those ‘influencer’ stakeholders and areas of business. The aim is to not only highlight the practical aspects of scaling accessibility but also emphasises the softer elements such as leadership and culture, which are often the backbone of any successful organisational change.
Conference: John Slatin AccessU by Knowbility
- Dates: May 13-16, 2024
- Location: Virtually or at St. Edward’s campus in Austin, TX
From the AccessU Conference website: John Slatin AccessU is THE annual conference where tech professionals, content creators, policymakers, and advocates come together for deep learning in accessible digital design. Our goal is not just to talk about accessibility but to teach coding, usability, and inclusive design skills in an interactive and communal environment. Learn to integrate accessibility into your digital communications work, whatever your role may be.
Event: Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD)
Date: May 16, 2024
From GAAD's website: Help us celebrate the 13th Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD)! The purpose of GAAD is to get everyone talking, thinking and learning about digital access and inclusion, and the more than One Billion people with disabilities/impairments.
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