Australian TV Behind in Accessibility for Persons with Visual Disabilities
August 03, 2018
Australia remains the only English-speaking OECD country in the world that doesn’t require its broadcasters or streaming services to provide audio description. Read More
Source: Mirage News
How to Improve Web Accessibility for Higher Education?
August 03, 2018
Five practical steps that colleges/universities can take to improve their online accessibility. Read More
Source: Inside Higher Ed
Australia: How Today’s Tech is Impacting Persons with Disabilities
August 03, 2018
Nearly 40% of all complaints made to the Australian Human Rights Commission in 2016-17 were lodged under the Disability Discrimination Act, many of them being new technology. Read More
Source: Computer World
Philippines: House of Representatives Approves Filipino Sign Language Act
August 02, 2018
The Philippines House of Representatives approved House Bill 7503 seeking to declare Filipino Sign Language (FSL) as the national sign language and for use in government transactions with the deaf. Read More
Source: ABC CBN News
The Golden Rules for Inclusive Design
August 02, 2018
The article underlines the importance of inclusive design and accessibility, and the steps organisations can take to broaden their marketplace, minimise risk and make users happier. Read More
Source: Silicon Republic
Ghana: Government Signs MoU for Digital Accessibility in Education
August 01, 2018
The Government of Ghana has signed an MOU with Real Studios to implement the Digital Education System. The initiative aims to enhance digital accessibility of the educational sector. Read More
Source: All Africa
Automakers Must Make Accessibility Integral to the Design of Self-Driving Cars
July 30, 2018
To meet the challenges in the American with Disabilities Act automakers must make accessibility integral to the design of self-driving cars that explore principles of universal design. Read More
Source: The New York Times
Egypt: New Technical Center for Persons with Disabilities
July 30, 2018
President Abdel Fatah Al-Sisi announced the inauguration of a technical center in Egypt that will enable persons with hearing disabilities to use technology to communicate through mobile phones. Read More
Source: Egypt Today
Designing for Disability? Check these 7 Great TED Talks
July 27, 2018
Good design — and smart technology — should fuel inclusivity. These 7 Ted Talks show how tech and design can empower. Read More
Source: TED
India: Odisha Signs MoU to Strengthen Education for Students with Visual Impairments
July 27, 2018
The Odisha government has signed a MoU with 'Sightsavers', to strengthen inclusive education for students with visual disabilities & provide technical support on curriculum and skill development. Read More
Source: The Times of India
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