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Scope & Role

The International Association of Accessibility Professionals (IAAP), a membership-based division of G3ict, advances accessibility worldwide by strengthening the knowledge, skills, and professional pathways of individuals and organizations. As a global hub for education, training, and professional development, IAAP helps practitioners build the competencies needed to integrate accessibility into digital content, products, services, and environments.

Through its regional and global chapters—including IAAP D-A-CH (Germany, Austria, Switzerland–German‑speaking), IAAP Nordic (Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, and Sweden), IAAP UK, IAAP India, and IAAP Mexico—IAAP fosters local engagement, peer networks, and community‑building that reflect the diverse needs of accessibility professionals around the world.

IAAP’s learning programs, internationally recognized certifications, and community networks support career growth for accessibility professionals and help organizations embed accessibility into their strategies and day‑to‑day operations.

Since joining G3ict in 2016, IAAP has become a leading global provider of accessibility education and credentialing, with nearly 10,000 active members and more than 10,000 certifications issued across 110 countries (as of January 2026)

At a Glance — Core Activities

  • Professional Certification
    Internationally recognized credentials validating accessibility expertise:
    • Certified Professional in Accessibility Core Competencies (CPACC)
    • Web Accessibility Specialist (WAS)
    • Accessible Document Specialist (ADS)
  • Training & Professional Development
    Self‑paced courses, webinars, mini‑courses, and continuing education credits.
  • Integration with G3ict Programs
    Business Accessibility Criteria (BAC), Smart Cities for All (SC4A), DARE Academy Scholarship Fund.
  • Global Chapters & Community Building
    Regional chapters support peer networks, events, and local professional development across IAAP D‑A‑CH, IAAP Nordic, IAAP UK, IAAP India, and IAAP Mexico.
  • EU Program & EAA Support
    Guidance, Q&A resources, training, and public events on the European Accessibility Act.
  • Knowledge Resources & Publications
    Newsletters, podcasts, blogs, webinars, searchable databases, and G3ict policy resources.

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GAN Newsletter

Published every other month. Includes:

  • Global policy updates
  • Advisory insights
  • IAAP highlights
  • Events and webinars
  • Multimedia and publications
  • Worldwide headlines

Subscribe: Global Accessibility News
Archive: GAN 2025

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Core Activities — In Depth

Professional Certification

IAAP develops and administers globally recognized certifications that validate accessibility expertise and strengthen professional credibility:

Training & Professional Development

IAAP delivers training programs that prepare professionals for certification and help organizations build accessibility skills:

Global Chapters & Community Building

IAAP’s regional chapters strengthen local ecosystems by:

  • Facilitating peer networks
  • Hosting events and knowledge‑sharing sessions
  • Supporting regional professional development
  • Building community among accessibility practitioners

Current chapters:

EU Program Work and the EAA

As the European Union integrates CRPD principles into legislation, including the European Accessibility Act (EAA), IAAP and G3ict help stakeholders understand requirements and prepare for implementation. Activities include:

Learn More: G3ict/IAAP EU Program

Knowledge Resources & Publications

IAAP offers a rich library of resources to support continuous learning: