Glossier Beauty Faces Lawsuit Over Web Accessibility
The beauty product brand Glossier is the latest in a parade of brands who have been sued for accessibility violations on their websites. The visually impaired plaintiff, Kathleen Sypert, claims Glossier violated the Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”) by failing...
Divi Helps Make Accessibility Easy for Everyone
The Divi builder's massive growth can be attributed to it's ease of use in building beautiful websites. But that growth has also put the spotlight on some initial accessibility issues that were not part of the initial design. Quickly realizing the oversight,...
Tips for Designing Your Website with Accessibility in Mind
Designing your website with accessibility in mind can be a daunting task, especially since there are so many options for making a website accessible. To get started, consider these basic design features, which meet Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG)....
Why Accessible Websites are Good for Business
If your business website offers products, services, information, entertainment, or serves other purposes, it is extremely important for you to consider updating the website to adhere to appropriate accessibility guidelines. Not doing so could negatively affect and...
“Skip Links” Help People with Disabilities Find the Content They Need
When a page loads on a website, your visitors who use keyboard or screen readers are forced to wade through all sorts of information. This includes the name of the organization, page title, site navigation, and more until they finally reach the page's unique content....
How to Ensure Your Website is Accessible for the Visually Impaired
According to the American Foundation for the Blind, 26.9 million adult Americans report having trouble seeing, even with glasses or contacts, or they are completely blind. Any visual impairment can make it extremely difficult for someone using a computer to interpret...
Harvard Announces University-Wide Digital Accessibility Initiative
Harvard University is moving forward into the digital age by announcing their latest initiative to better serve students with disabilities. This initiative is aimed at making their digital content accessible and inclusive to those with disabilities. The University’s...
What Is the System Usability Scale (SUS) and What Is It Used for?
While a professional audit is important in the process of making a website accessible, community engagement can help uncover a great deal more. When engaging your user community, the SYSTEM USABILITY SCALE (SUS) is a simple, yet reliable system for measuring...
Six Writing Tips to Make Your Website More Accessible
Is the written content on your website accessible to all visitors? Or are you unintentionally making it difficult for visitors with disabilities to access your information? Below are a few quick fixes to make your important web content more accessible to those with...
Inaccessibility of CAPTCHA – W3C Report
When it comes to designing web applications that fit into our websites, safety is a priority. One of the most widely used ways of determining the identity of a user and keeping a site safe is through a tool called CAPTCHA. CAPTCHAs help determine whether a user is a...
Indian Summer Festival – An Accessible and Inclusive Vancouver Event
The all inclusive Vancouver event known as 'Indian Summer Festival' starts today! Cultivating an inclusive and diverse experience at this 10-day event has always been a priority. The festival creates an environment of curiosity, using the transformative power of the...
None of the 2020 Presidential Candidates’ Websites are Fully Accessible
The 2020 presidential candidates are potentially missing on the vote and donations of the one in four Americans who have disabilities. While many of these candidates support disability rights, their websites tell another story. When the Americans with Disabilities Act...
Google offers new incentives for installing an SSL on WordPress
Security on the internet is in jeopardy and the threat won't be going away any time soon. Naturally, Google has a vested interest in keeping the entirety of the internet safe, underscored by the most recent security updates rolled out in the latest version of Chrome....
If STEM Professionals Want Top-Dollar, Move HERE!
SmartAsset has recently released their 2017 list of the best-paying jobs in the US and the cities where you may want to consider relocating if pay is a priority. It's fascinating to see how industries are dispersed through the country, and sometimes in unexpected...
50 Best Sources of Free STEM Education Online – OnlineUniversities.com
Colleges, online universities, and other educational forums in your community can be excellent places to learn more about a variety of STEM topics, but there is also a wealth of educational material available on the web for those who prefer to learn at their own pace...
Not all STEM is Equal: 3 Stages of STEM Education
STEM education is sweeping the nation. From robotics competitions to coding games, school districts are scrambling to provide STEM programs while teachers sift through thousands of Pinterest pins in search of quality activities. As a STEM Director, I am always looking...