Welcome to A11Y for Designers
Welcome to our dedicated platform for teaching designers about creating accessibility-friendly websites. Here, you’ll discover a comprehensive resource designed to elevate your understanding and skills in building digital environments that are inclusive and usable for everyone. Whether you are new to web accessibility or looking to refine your expertise, our tutorials, guidelines, and interactive tools are tailored to guide you through the essentials and advanced techniques of accessible design. Join us in our commitment to making the web a welcoming place for all users. Let’s create a more accessible internet, together.
Introduction to Web Accessibility
This section defines web accessibility as the practice of making websites usable for people of all abilities, emphasizing its significance in providing equal access and opportunities. It includes statistics and reasons illustrating the importance of accessibility for businesses, individuals, and society, highlighting the ethical, legal, and commercial imperatives.
Standard and Guidelines
Provides a direct link to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) with simplified explanations for better comprehension and application, alongside detailed information on relevant laws and regulations like the ADA, AODA, and EN 301549, which govern web accessibility in various regions.
Design Principles
Covers the fundamental principles of accessible design according to WCAG—perceivable, operable, understandable, and robust—to ensure content is accessible to everyone. It also guides on choosing accessible color contrasts and typography for better readability and tips on responsive design to maintain accessibility across different devices and screen sizes.
Tools and Testing
Lists tools and browser extensions for assessing web accessibility, describes manual testing techniques, and emphasizes the importance of involving people with disabilities in the testing process to ensure practical accessibility.
Training and Workshops
Links to online courses and certifications in web accessibility, with information about upcoming workshops and webinars that delve into various accessibility topics, helping educate and empower more people to create accessible digital environments.