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Curious about how AI and human oversight may work together to make the Internet more accessible? Read or listen to this conversation on alt text accessibility with Scribely: https://buff.ly/4hkmFCP #Accessibility Image: Illustration of Thomas and Ken at a desk with A11y Insights. Thomas has a laptop in front of him. A city skyline is in the distance behind them. The news window shows img alt code with the Scribely logo.

Join the launch of a memoir by a scientist who became blind at a young age, illuminating how he navigates his experience and channels his genius into decades of cutting edge work in accessibility and packed with humor, adventure, and insights on life and disability. https://buff.ly/hGD4AYU #Books

Want to learn about free accessibility tools to create more inclusive digital experiences? Jeremy Rivera will cover resources that help people identify and resolve accessibility issues efficiently. Save the date! https://buff.ly/JWayj9H Attend in person or online. Preapproved IAAP CAECs. Captioned. ASL interpreted. #Accessibility Image: "Tools of the Trade: Accessibility Without the Cost." Jeremy Rivera is smiling, he is a light-skinned young male with a Latin phenotypical facial complexion. A11yNYC Meetup.

The latest issue of the Equal Entry newsletter is out! Check it out and if you like it, be sure to subscribe to it: https://buff.ly/UwTmswi Highlights: - Image descriptions - Advancing accessibility - Accessibility technology labs - And more! #Accessibility Image: Yellow Knomo points at blue sky filled with clouds and Equal Entry logo

If you haven't heard about OATS (Older Adults Technology Services), now's the time. They're doing fantastic work helping older adults expand their tech skills and discover new activities. From basic computer lessons to virtual travel adventures, there's something for everyone. OATS offers a variety of programs tailored to different interests and skill levels. Their work is making a big impact, helping seniors stay connected, engaged, and empowered in today's digital world. Read the recap or watch video to learn more: https://buff.ly/hpgzlpb #Technology #Education Image: Woodsy-style conference room. Instructor stands at end of table with screen behind them. Four seated older adults focus on their work.

Ever wondered how to make your digital content more inclusive? Learn about accessibility maturity models, automated tools, the irreplaceable role of human auditors, and how CI/CD systems can revolutionize your accessibility efforts. Read or watch Andrew Hedges' talk on Advancing Accessibility: Strategies for Continuous Improvement. https://buff.ly/3C8SVJx #Accessibility Image: A group of six people gathered around a laptop, celebrating with joyful expressions. One person is wearing a colorful sweater with the Windows logo, while others are smiling, cheering, and raising their hands in excitement.

Coming up next week! Join us for A11yNYC with Fable Co-Founders. They will explore the future of usability benchmarking through an accessibility lens. This talk will delve into the Accessible Usability Scale (AUS) — its adoption, industry data on assistive technologies, and the key UX challenges faced by diverse user groups. Abid and Alwar will also discuss how Fable is advancing accessibility usability research to address the cognitive inclusive digital future. https://buff.ly/40XSPwL #Captioned and ASL interpreted. Attend online or in-person. Preapproved for IAAP CAECs. #Accessibility Image: Benchmarking Usability and the Cognitive A11y Frontier by Abid Virani and Alwar Pillai at A11yNYC.

Uber has introduced a new app feature that allows riders to self-identify as service animal handlers. This setting, available in the app’s profile section, enables users to opt in and notify drivers in advance, improving ride transparency. If a driver attempts to cancel a trip due to a service animal, the app triggers a compliance warning, reminding them that refusal is against the law and confirming their intent to cancel. Uber’s backend tracks violations, potentially leading to driver deactivation. This feature was developed over two years with accessibility advocates to enhance the ride experience for service animal users. https://buff.ly/40ZCt8c Image: Screenshot of Uber UI on the Service animal page with I will ride with my service animal selected in a toggle button and I want drivers to know I will ride with my service animal when: Drivers arrive to pick me up radio button selected

Join us for A11yNYC with Fable Co-Founders. They will explore the future of usability benchmarking through an accessibility lens. https://buff.ly/40XSPwL Attendees will: - Learn from accessibility thought leaders driving innovation in usability benchmarking. - Gain insights into industry trends and real-world data on assistive technology usage. - Understand the challenges and solutions for addressing cognitive accessibility in UX design. #Captioned and ASL interpreted. Attend online or in-person. Preapproved for IAAP CAECs. #Accessibility Image: Benchmarking Usability and the Cognitive A11y Frontier by Abid Virani and Alwar Pillai at A11yNYC.

Discover how audio descriptions can transform advertising and reach millions of blind and low-vision consumers. Eric Wickstrom and Liz Gutman from IDC reveal the importance, challenges, and future of AD in advertising. Learn how it can boost your brand! https://buff.ly/41cP5su #Accessibility Image: A pale-skinned hand pointing a remote at a blurry TV some distance ahead.