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Showing Posts from Category: Disability Awareness

  • How Is Digital Accessibility Awareness Being Promoted Across the Globe?

    Posted in Digital Accessibility, Disability Awareness, News on October 14, 2024

    Introduction Digital accessibility has become a critical global issue as more of our daily lives, from work and education to socialization and entertainment, take place online. With an estimated 1…

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  • AODA: Leading the Way in Global Web Accessibility Standards

    Posted in Digital Accessibility, Disability Awareness, News, Web Accessibility on October 11, 2024

    Ontario is recognized for offering some of the most comprehensive web accessibility standards in the world, thanks to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Introduced in 2005, the…

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  • 2024 Digital Accessibility Trends: What’s on the Horizon?

    Posted in Digital Accessibility, Disability Awareness, News, Web Accessibility on February 2, 2024

    Incorporating digital and document accessibility into your organization’s strategic objectives for 2024 is not just a recommendation—it’s an imperative. As we navigate through the digital age, the importance of adhering…

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  • Navigating the Frontier of Document Accessibility: Spotlight on the GrackleDocs Accessibility Services Team

    Posted in Digital Accessibility, Disability Awareness, Document Accessibility, News, Web Accessibility on January 29, 2024

    In the dynamic landscape of document accessibility, GrackleDocs proudly stands as a trailblazer, setting new benchmarks for organizations striving to create inclusive documents. At the forefront of this innovation is…

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  • Harmonising AI and Human Expertise: The New Frontier in Digital Accessibility

    Posted in Digital Accessibility, Disability Awareness, Document Accessibility, News, Web Accessibility on January 17, 2024

    Introduction: The rapid evolution of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in digital accessibility has been nothing short of revolutionary. As AI technologies progress at an unprecedented pace, the role of accessibility experts…

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  • ‘Get Gracklin’: How ‘to Grackle’ Became Synonymous with Accessibility for our Customers

    Posted in Digital Accessibility, Disability Awareness, Document Accessibility, News, Web Accessibility on January 11, 2024

    In the ever-evolving landscape of digital communication, language has a fascinating way of adapting. Today, we delve into an intriguing linguistic development: how “Gracklin’,” “Grackled,” and the phrase “to Grackle”…

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  • Shaping the Future: The Rise of Consolidation in the Digital Accessibility Industry

    Posted in Digital Accessibility, Disability Awareness, Document Accessibility, News, Partnerships, Web Accessibility on January 4, 2024

    The digital accessibility industry is poised for significant consolidation in the coming years. This trend is fueled by increasing awareness of the importance of accessibility, technological advancements, and regulatory pressures.…

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  • Grackledocs Inc acquires Abledocs, a leading edge Document Remediation Services Company

    Posted in Digital Accessibility, Disability Awareness, Document Accessibility, News, Web Accessibility on December 14, 2023

    Toronto 13 Dec 2023– GrackleDocs Inc. a leading developer of digital document accessibility technologies and solutions today announced the acquisition of the North American business assets and operations of AbleDocs…

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  • Growing up with Undiagnosed Autism: A Personal Journey

    Posted in Disability Awareness on June 20, 2023

    Introduction: What is autism? Autism is a neurological condition that affects the way a person interacts with the world around them. Also referred to as ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) or…

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  • Best Practices for Digital and Event Accessibility in Pride Month Celebrations

    Posted in Digital Accessibility, Disability Awareness on June 2, 2023

    As Pride Month swings into high gear with an array of festivities and digital initiatives, it’s essential to spotlight a frequently overlooked issue: accessibility for all, including the disability community.…

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  • Don’t limit me!

    Posted in Disability Awareness on May 18, 2023

    Hi, I am Melanie, and I joined the ADAudit team (then Web Key IT) in May 2019 as a Usability Analyst. I have a physical disability because of a viral…

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  • Shame on you, Governor DeSantis

    Posted in Digital Accessibility, Disability Awareness on May 16, 2023

    Yesterday, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis (R) signed a bill that would bar Florida colleges and universities from spending money on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) programs while limiting how race…

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