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A2i make information accessible to disabled people: those who are blind/visually-impaired, and other others who are unable to read printed text. Tweets by Alice

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Happy 25th birthday to us! Lots has happened in the alternative formats sector in 25 years, so stay tuned for our birthday celebrations! #A2iTurnsTwentyFive #CompanyBirthday Watch our new A2i promotional video youtube.com/watch?v=8VfKxlG5…
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Did you know we offer an Easy Read User Review service? We work with a charity of adults with learning disabilities - to review our Easy Read documents. Find out more here - a2i.co.uk/services/easy-read… #EasyRead #InclusiveCommunication #Accessibility
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After losing part of his sight, John Henry started sharing videos from his Guernsey garden to connect with others. Through John’s Patch, he hopes to encourage anyone feeling isolated to get outside or give gardening a go. bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cwdd… #FeelGoodFriday #SightLoss
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Worked with A2i? We’d love to hear from you! If you have a couple of minutes, please consider leaving us a Google review. g.page/r/CU-gbP915c0fEBM/rev…
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Did you know we produce large print music? At A2i, we recreate scores using Modified Stave Notation to make them clear and readable - not just bigger. From solo pieces to full scores, every note is carefully rebuilt.
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Blind artist Clarke Reynolds (Mr Dot) used over 8,000 coloured Braille dots to portray boxer Lewis Williams’s gold medal win. The artwork tells a story through touch and sight and supports the hospice that cared for Williams’s father. bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cx4g…
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Today is International Day of Sign Languages! More than 300 sign languages are used worldwide, each with its own grammar and structure. Our professionally translated and presented BSL videos help make information more accessible to Deaf BSL users - a2i.co.uk/services/bsl-video… #BSL
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This week is International Week of Deaf People (21st - 27th September). The theme is “Declaring Deaf People’s Human Rights”, celebrating Deaf identity and culture and championing equal access – including access to information and services in BSL. wfdeaf.org/international-wee…

International Week of Deaf People 2026 - World Federation of the Deaf

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Congratulations to Ivan Rodriguez Deb, who has been crowned world champion at the World Blind Tennis Championships! Ivan won every match in his B4 category without dropping a single set. An incredible achievement after nearly a decade of hard work. bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c046…
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How is Braille Music created? It starts with technology, but it doesn’t end there. Digital tools convert notation into Braille. Our specialists review every line for accuracy and clarity. Automation supports the process. People ensure the quality. a2i.co.uk/blog/how-we-create…
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Positive news for accessible travel! From the 1st April 2027, disabled bus pass holders in England will be able to travel for free at any time of day - removing the current weekday restrictions. Around one million people could benefit from the change. bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cjwx…
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A pilot scheme is transforming 20-week ultrasound scans into tactile models, enabling parents and family members with sight loss to feel the shape of their baby. A wonderful example of accessibility creating inclusion in life’s most meaningful moments. guidedogs.org.uk/first-hello
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Braille music lets blind and partially sighted musicians read music through touch - using the same six-dot Braille cell to represent pitch, rhythm and expression. Clear layout = true independence. Find out more a2i.co.uk/blog/how-we-create…
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A2i is now employee-owned! This exciting new chapter gives our team a greater voice in the business and a shared stake in A2i’s future. Same team. Same values. Same commitment to accessibility. A new way of shaping our future together. #EmployeeOwned #Accessibility
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Did you know A2i produces braille music? We transform musical scores into accurate braille for blind and partially sighted musicians - from solo pieces to full orchestral works. Every score is expertly checked for clarity and usability. Find out more a2i.co.uk/blog/how-we-create…
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We’re Cyber Essentials Plus certified! Our cybersecurity measures have been independently assessed against common cyber threats – giving our customers greater confidence in how we protect their information. #CyberEssentialsPlus #CyberSecurity
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Accessibility is more than providing support, it's going the extra mile. A BSL interpreter helped zoology graduate Chloe access complex scientific lectures by preparing specialist terminology in advance. Accessibility makes equal participation possible. bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cp8e…
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Accessibility is about much more than screen readers. Our latest blog explores the assistive technologies people use every day, including refreshable Braille displays, screen magnifiers, text-to-speech software and voice recognition. a2i.co.uk/blog/assistive-tec… #Accessibility
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Accessibility isn't just about compliance. It's customer experience. It's trust. It's professionalism. If people can't access your website or documents independently, they might leave before finding what they need. Good accessibility is good customer service. #Accessibility
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Assistive tech doesn't just help people use devices - it helps people communicate, learn, build relationships and live more independently. Harchie's story is a reminder why disabled people must be involved in designing the technology they use every day. bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cnv9…
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Could your website pass this accessibility check? - Alt text - Heading structure - Keyboard navigation - Descriptive links - Colour contrast Small improvements can make a big difference for people using assistive technology. How many boxes can your website tick?
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