Navigating Web Accessibility: What Public Agencies Must Know

In this episode, Emily Popek, APR, VP of Strategic Communications for Nichols Strategies, discusses the importance of web content accessibility guidelines (WCAG) for government agencies, the deadlines for compliance, and practical steps for implementation. As accessibility becomes a priority, it’s time for public information professionals to embrace these changes and lead the way in creating inclusive digital environments. For a deeper dive into these insights and more, listen to the full episode of the CAPIO Chirp.

Links:

Nichols Strategies’ Digital Accessibility Professional Learning Community (PLC) - A virtual learning community for school communications professionals looking to enhance the accessibility of their communications.

Section508.gov - Provides technical assistance to help federal agencies comply with Section 508 requirements, and ensure that covered ICT is accessible to, and usable by, individuals with disabilities.

WebAIM.org – WebAIM (Web Accessibility In Mind) has provided comprehensive web accessibility solutions since 1999. These years of experience have made WebAIM one of the leading providers of web accessibility expertise internationally. WebAIM is a non-profit service center at Utah State University.

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