Introduction to Accessibility

Digital accessibility is essential in creating an inclusive world for everyone. During this short introduction, you will be prepared to develop accessible websites for all types of users.

 

After completing this training, you will be able to:

• Understand the importance of web accessibility

Identify the distinct types of accessibility issues, like for example: mobility, visual, auditory, etc.
Code-wise implement solutions to make websites more accessible for different accessibility issues
Comply to WCAG standards and ensure your site can be used by everyone!

 

Digital accessibility is essential in creating an inclusive world for everyone. A relevant topic as roughly 1 out of 4 people in our society experiences some sort of disability. That is why in the Netherlands, since September 23, 2020, websites and applications of government institutions must comply with the guidelines for digital accessibility, also known as WCAG.
During this half-day introduction, you will be primed to build accessible websites for everyone. After an explanation of several types of accessibility problems, you will understand what the distinct types of users need. After that, together we will build solutions (according to the WCAG standard) for various cases that are often encountered in the accessibility landscape. In the end, you will return home with a fresh look at digital accessibility, with knowledge you can directly implement when working on your web projects!