Axe-con: Yes, Virginia, PMs Are Responsible for Accessibility

Axe-con building accessible experiences, virtual conference: March 10-11, 2021.

When it comes to creating accessible products and services, it can be easy to focus on the work of designers, developers, and content writers.

However, ultimately, the success of an accessible digital media project begins with project managers (PMs).

The ability to produce an accessible project, within scope, timeline, budget, and resources reflects on your skill level and effectiveness as a PM.

In her Yes, Virginia, PMs are Responsible for Accessibility presentation at the axe-con two-day conference, Angela Hooker discussed how PMs can take responsibility for producing accessible projects and provided actionable tips. Continue reading Axe-con: Yes, Virginia, PMs Are Responsible for Accessibility

Axe-con: The Future of Accessibility with Vint Cerf

Axe-con building accessible experiences, virtual conference: March 10-11, 2021.

Making a piece of software accessible to people with a broad range of disabilities is hard, says Vint Cerf, widely recognized as one of the “Fathers of the Internet.”

For someone with visual impairments, they may need magnification, color contrast, or a voice presentation of the interface.

While someone who has a motor disability may need to use a keyboard or an eye-tracking device.

In his The Future of Accessibility keynote address at the axe-con two-day conference, Cerf discussed how accommodations for people with disabilities benefit everyone, why people with disabilities need to be part of the design process, and the importance of empathy. Continue reading Axe-con: The Future of Accessibility with Vint Cerf

Axe-con: Free, Online Digital Accessibility Conference on March 10-11, 2021

Axe-con building accessible experiences, virtual conference: March 10-11, 2021.

The inaugural axe-con, an open and inclusive digital accessibility virtual conference hosted by Deque Systems, launches March 10 to 11, 2021 with over 90 speakers from around the world.

Named for their axe-core project, an open source library and accessibility testing engine, the free two-day event features a variety of presentations, including case studies, accessibility compliance, best practices, and updates from technology leaders from around the world. Continue reading Axe-con: Free, Online Digital Accessibility Conference on March 10-11, 2021