Summary
Creating new content with digital accessibility in mind is central to the University’s commitment to inclusivity. Learn about the legal requirements we must comply with, why an understanding of both accommodations and accessibility is important, and how proactively creating accessible content saves time and resources, and often enhances the usability of content for all.
Despite progress in civil rights, disabled people continue to face outmoded ideas and access barriers that limit their opportunities. That’s why an understanding of disability and accommodations, as well as an understanding of accessibility, is important.
Civil rights laws protect the rights of people with disabilities to access opportunities that allow them to live closer to their potential. When they are not followed, the University may suffer legal consequences.
An environment that is accessible and inclusive by design supports the University’s education, research, and outreach mission. However, an accessible environment may not remove barriers for every individual. That’s why an understanding of disability and accommodations is also important.
The University is committed by policy to providing equitable access to digital content. We must implement and adhere to the W3C WCAG 2.1 level AA and ARIA 1 guidelines.