@IAAPOrg

International Association of Accessibility Professionals. Dedicated to defining, promoting and improving the accessibility profession worldwide.

 Atlanta, Georgia
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Joined February 2014
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United in Accessibility: Building Skills. Driving Change. Join us: f.mtr.cool/oevowrmqsx Got questions? We’re here to help: f.mtr.cool/csgaiyczoq #UnitedInAccessibility #AccessibilityMatters #InclusionForAll #ProfessionalEducatio
Four young adults sit together in a brightly lit library or learning space. One person, using a wheelchair, is working on a laptop, while the others engage with a book and a tablet. They appear focused and collaborative. The group reflects diversity in disability, race, and gender. Above them is the IAAP logo with the text: “United in Accessibility.” Below the image reads: “Building Skills. Driving Change.” The design includes bold, professional branding with a dark blue and white color scheme.

ALT Four young adults sit together in a brightly lit library or learning space. One person, using a wheelchair, is working on a laptop, while the others engage with a book and a tablet. They appear focused and collaborative. The group reflects diversity in disability, race, and gender. Above them is the IAAP logo with the text: “United in Accessibility.” Below the image reads: “Building Skills. Driving Change.” The design includes bold, professional branding with a dark blue and white color scheme.

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Continue Your Accessibility Learning Journey IAAP courses and educational resources are now available through our new educational portal. Members can access courses at no cost, while non-members can explore offerings for a fee. Access the portal: f.mtr.cool/rf0afapvj9 #IAAP
Multi-colored triangle pattern behind a professional holding a tablet next to text, Accessibility Courses. Self-paced digital courses. At the top left is an IAAP (International Association of Accessibility Professionals) logo. At the bottom is a white banner with text, professional accessibility education to strengthen your expertise and impact.

ALT Multi-colored triangle pattern behind a professional holding a tablet next to text, Accessibility Courses. Self-paced digital courses. At the top left is an IAAP (International Association of Accessibility Professionals) logo. At the bottom is a white banner with text, professional accessibility education to strengthen your expertise and impact.

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How can orgs turn accessibility requirements into better experiences? In this interview, Monica Ackermann (of @scotiabank) shares how regulations, vendor collaboration, and user feedback help shape digital accessibility experiences. Learn more: f.mtr.cool/mlgcqiyzzf #a11y
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Grow Your Accessibility with a Global Community Accessibility is ever-evolving, shaped by technology, updated standards, and the experiences of people working to make the world more inclusive. Become an #IAAP member and connect with others in the field: f.mtr.cool/wnbdsu6mzw
Light yellow backdrop with gradient arrows next to the horizontal IAAP logo behind a large quotation mark and a quote from Mark Carty, It’s an exciting time to be a member of the IAAP community as the world of accessibility grows and evolves along with emerging technologies and updated standards. - Mark Carty, Senior Multimedia Developer - The Learning Rooms.

ALT Light yellow backdrop with gradient arrows next to the horizontal IAAP logo behind a large quotation mark and a quote from Mark Carty, It’s an exciting time to be a member of the IAAP community as the world of accessibility grows and evolves along with emerging technologies and updated standards. - Mark Carty, Senior Multimedia Developer - The Learning Rooms.

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With emerging technologies reshaping work, it's important to consider whose needs are being represented in the design process. Harvard Technology Review explores how co-design can lead to more inclusive, thoughtful technology: f.mtr.cool/r1zvmy86l4 #CoDesign #a11y
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Keyboard accessibility is a reminder that inclusive design is about ensuring people can actually use digital experiences, regardless of how they navigate. TetraLogical explores some misunderstandings around keyboard accessibility: f.mtr.cool/xspb0d9zyp #DigitalAccessibility
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How can organizations move beyond good intentions and make disability-inclusive hiring part of how they work? @Rangam_inc shares a perspective on building inclusive hiring processes, from accessible job applications to onboarding. Access the blog: f.mtr.cool/o5qzmxu0i9 #a11y
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Invisible Disabilities Week: Believe People. Listen. Make Room for Access. For #InvisibleDisabilitiesWeek, we're sharing this article exploring the experiences of people with #NonApparentDisabilities and how we can create inclusive environments: f.mtr.cool/ufzaljlt60

Non-Apparent Disabilities: When Your Disability is Not Visible - World Institute on Disability

By Drew Dakessian The word ‘disability’ might call to mind an image of someone who uses a wheelchair, crutch or other mobility devices. Why? Because these mobility devices are visual indicators that...

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Make Accessibility Part of How You Work. Grow With a Global Community. Whether accessibility is already central to your career or you're looking to build your knowledge, there's a place for you in the IAAP community. Explore IAAP Membership: f.mtr.cool/ipyz6eg6yd #IAAP #a11y
Three co-workers collaborating on a laptop with text above them, Advance accessibility with your peers. Connect with accessibility professionals around the world. A the top right is a IAAP (International Association of Accessibility Professionals) logo.

ALT Three co-workers collaborating on a laptop with text above them, Advance accessibility with your peers. Connect with accessibility professionals around the world. A the top right is a IAAP (International Association of Accessibility Professionals) logo.

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Make Accessibility Part of How You Work. Grow With a Global Community. Whether accessibility is already central to your career or you're looking to build your knowledge, there's a place for you in the IAAP community. Explore IAAP Membership: f.mtr.cool/ipyz6eg6yd #IAAP #a11y
Three co-workers collaborating on a laptop with text above them, Advance accessibility with your peers. Connect with accessibility professionals around the world. A the top right is a IAAP (International Association of Accessibility Professionals) logo.

ALT Three co-workers collaborating on a laptop with text above them, Advance accessibility with your peers. Connect with accessibility professionals around the world. A the top right is a IAAP (International Association of Accessibility Professionals) logo.

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The Harkin Institute and its new Inclusion by Design initiative bring together policy expertise and guidance to help municipalities address digital accessibility requirements and build more inclusive public services. Learn more: f.mtr.cool/ry40ghnccs #DigitalAccessibility #ADA
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Automated Scanning Tools Still Need Human Review To Be Accessible Combining automated checks, expert review, and testing with persons with disabilities provides a more complete understanding of the experience. #Accessibility #DigitalAccessibility #AccessibilityTesting #a11y
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Is Accessibility Certification Your Next Professional Step? Accessibility shapes the work of many professionals, and building accessibility knowledge can help them make better decisions to create more inclusive experiences. Explore certification: f.mtr.cool/ger3ul6po0 #IAAP
Find your certification. Where does your experience fit? CPACC core competencies. WAS technical web accessibility. ADS accessible documents. CPWA CPACC + WAS. At the top right is an IAAP (International Association of Accessibility Professionals) logo.

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Keyboard accessibility is foundational to an accessible digital experience, but understanding what WCAG actually requires matters. This article explores common misconceptions around WCAG 2.1.1: f.mtr.cool/jeatfh8m1t #WCAG #InclusiveDesign #a11y
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Alt text may be easy to overlook, but for persons who are Blind or have low vision, it can be essential for accessing information online. Effective alt text helps add context and makes content more accessible. Check out this guide to learn more: f.mtr.cool/ofuzhwtqpz #AltText
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A recent experiment explores what an AI-powered screen reader could look like. It also highlights how AI-enabled accessibility tools must be developed responsibly with persons with disabilities at the center. Learn more: f.mtr.cool/64twmsfg1e #AI #ResponsibleAI #a11y
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A PDF can look polished and still create barriers. Without proper accessibility, people may not be able to navigate or understand the content as intended. Do you have an experience using inaccessible PDFs? Let us know your thoughts! #a11y #PDFAccessibility
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The deadline moved. The work didn't. For the teams already doing this work, nothing about the job changed. Someone has already solved most of it. That is what IAAP membership gives you access to. Explore IAAP membership: f.mtr.cool/ptr4oxu7um #UnitedInAccessibility
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Accessibility work creates better experiences for people, and understanding how technical decisions affect real users requires more than knowing accessibility requirements. Learn how IAAP certification can support your professional growth today: f.mtr.cool/yyzm8w0v7e #IAAP
Light red backdrop with gradient arrows next to the horizontal IAAP logo behind a large quotation mark and a quote from Katja Pecar, The most rewarding part [of getting certified] was finally understanding who exactly I'm helping with a specific change in the code... Before, I thought about it as applying changes "for accessibility", in the abstract. Now it's "for a person using a keyboard to navigate" for example. - Katka Pecar, WAS, Software Engineer- Agiledrop

ALT Light red backdrop with gradient arrows next to the horizontal IAAP logo behind a large quotation mark and a quote from Katja Pecar, The most rewarding part [of getting certified] was finally understanding who exactly I'm helping with a specific change in the code... Before, I thought about it as applying changes "for accessibility", in the abstract. Now it's "for a person using a keyboard to navigate" for example. - Katka Pecar, WAS, Software Engineer- Agiledrop

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What's the true cost of accessible transportation? Check out this @CBC News video to learn about Agasha’s experience as a wheelchair user and consider the broader barriers that shape accessible mobility: f.mtr.cool/uf8zizsmtb #Accessibility

The staggering cost of accessible vehicles

"Getting Around" follows Agasha Mutesasira, a wheelchair user who learned to drive independently. From earning her licence to finding the right car, Mutesasira shares the obstacles she faced along...

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Creating an accessible color system can involve much more than checking individual color combinations against a standard. Stripe offers an interesting solution to this challenge. Check out the article: f.mtr.cool/f98mg0aa2i #DigitalAccessibility
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